Agnes Ngetich, fresh off breaking the women-only 10km road world record in Herzogenaurach, on April 26, 2025, in Germany. Now heads to Miami for the Grand Slam Track event from May 2-4, 2025. She finished second overall in the long-distance category at the first Grand Slam in Kingston leg, earning over $46,000.
Moreover, if Agnes wins the overall long-distance title in Miami, she stands to earn more than 12 million KSh, with prize money coming from her performances in the 3000m and 5000m races.
The Grand Slam Track series awards points based on finishing positions across two events per Slam. The top athlete in each event group receives $100,000 at the end of the event. Meanwhile, all participants earn prize money even for last place.
Agnes Ngetich competes among elite athletes, including Olympic and world champions such as Faith Kipyegon, making the competition fierce.
The Miami meet will take place at the Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar, Florida. It features a full schedule of track events, including the women’s 3000m and 5000m races where Agnes will compete.
This event marks the American debut of the Grand Slam Track series and promises high-level head-to-head racing.
Agnes’s recent record-breaking run of 28:46 in the 10km road race made her the first woman to break 29 minutes in a women-only race, boosting her status as a long-distance star. Her strong form and previous Grand Slam points position her as a top contender to claim the Miami long-distance title and the lucrative prize money on offer.
In summary,
Agnes Ngetich has a great chance to take the Grand Slam Track long-distance crown in Miami.
Winning would not only cement her dominance but also earn her a prize exceeding $92,000, adding to the $46,000 she already secured in Kingston.
The competition runs May 2-4, and fans eagerly await her performances.
