Nairobi is gearing up to host the sixth edition of the Kip Keino Classic on May 31, 2025, at the Nyayo National Stadium. As part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold series, this event honors legendary Kenyan athlete Kipchoge Keino and continues to establish itself as a premier global athletics meet. Athletes from across the globe will converge in Nairobi to compete for world ranking points and prize money.
Preparations for the event are in full swing, with Nyayo National Stadium receiving a new tartan track to meet international standards. Athletics Kenya aims to use this platform to elevate the Kip Keino Classic to Diamond League status, making it only the second such event in Africa after Morocco’s Rabat leg. The inclusion of discretionary events like javelin and high jump further diversifies the competition, attracting top-tier athletes from various disciplines.
Nairobi’s rich athletic heritage and strategic location make it an ideal host for this prestigious event. The city has previously welcomed global icons such as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Noah Lyles, and Letsile Tebogo, setting high competitive standards. With prominent athletes like Ferdinand Omanyala and Mary Moraa expected this year, Nairobi promises another thrilling showcase of talent.
The Kip Keino Classic not only highlights Kenya’s prowess in athletics but also strengthens Nairobi’s ambition to host the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Inspectors from World Athletics recently assessed Nairobi’s infrastructure, including stadiums and hospitality facilities, boosting Kenya’s bid for this global event. The success of the Kip Keino Classic could be a stepping stone toward realizing this dream.
Meanwhile, the organizing committee has announced that entry to Nyayo National Stadium will be free.
Fans worldwide can look forward to live broadcasts of the Kip Keino Classic, ensuring that Nairobi remains at the forefront of global athletics while celebrating its legacy as an athletics powerhouse.
