A group of Kenyan athletes has strongly opposed Athletics Kenya’s (AK) decision to hold the men’s 10,000m and women’s 5,000m trials for the 2025 World Athletics Championships at the Prefontaine …
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Ethiopian Athlete Gelete Burka Accuses Husband of Property Theft and Threatens Divorce Amid Safety Fears
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuEthiopian athlete Gelete Burka has accused her husband of selling her properties without her permission and filing for divorce while she focused on her athletic career. Burka, who has dedicated …
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Two Time World Champion Hellen Obiri Shares Her Favorite Workout
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNairobi, Kenya — Renowned long-distance runner Hellen Obiri has revealed a key component of her training program: Pilates. The two-time world champion says she enjoys Pilates exercises for their role …
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Barefoot and Coachless: Faith Cherotich’s Unstoppable Rise in Kenyan Javelin
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuFaith Cherotich has emerged as one of Kenya’s most promising young athletes, known for her fierce determination and raw talent. Growing up modestly, Faith has faced numerous challenges, including limited …
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Faith Kipyegon Secures Two Wildcards for 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuFaith Kipyegon is a prominent name in the athletics world. What truly sets her apart is not just her name but her determination, perseverance, and dominance on the track.. These …
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Cyrena Samba-Mayela: France’s Hurdling Prodigy Racing Toward Global Glory
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuFrench sprint sensation Cyrena Samba-Mayela has emerged as one of the brightest talents in international hurdling. Born in Champigny-sur-Marne, France, to Congolese parents, Mayela has combined natural speed with technical …
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Bigwigs Falter as Brazilian Luiz Mauricio Da Silva Steals Show in Kip Keino Classic Javelin
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNairobi — Luiz Mauricio Da Silva of Brazil delivered a stunning performance at the ABSA Kip Keino Classic on Saturday, clinching the men’s javelin title with a commanding throw of …
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Golden Moments and Legendary Memories: Gotzis Hypomeeting Celebrates 50 Years of Athletic Excellence
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe Gotzis Hypomeeting, one of the world’s premier combined events competitions, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in spectacular style. Thanks to the generous support of Erich Teigamagi and Peeter Tiitson. …
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Ferdinand Omanyala Opens Up on His Favourite Kenyan Venue Ahead of 2025 Kip Keino Classic
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKenya’s sprint sensation and African 100m record holder, Ferdinand Omanyala, has revealed his favourite stadium. Omanyala`s sentiments come at a time when the highly coveted Kenyan event, the 2025 Kip …
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Beatrice Chebet Shares Gruelling Training Regimen That Powered Her Olympic Glory
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuChebet’s weekly routine includes long runs, interval workouts, tempo sessions, and recovery days carefully structured to optimise performance while minimising injury risk. Beatrice Chebet runs nearly 25 kilometers daily, pushing …
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“I Just Want to Keep the Spirit Alive” — African Games Champion Chidi Anthony Okezie Inspires at Kip Keino Classic
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAs the ABSA Kip Keino Classic takes shape, many athletes have already started sharing their excitement about the event. African Games men’s 400m champion Chidi Anthony Okezie shared his passion …
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Femke Bol Shares the Technique Behind Her Record-Breaking Rabat Diamond League Win
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAt the 2025 Rabat Diamond League, Femke Bol didn’t just win the 400m hurdles—she rewrote the record books. Clocking an electrifying 52.46 seconds, Bol set a new meeting record and …
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Athletics, often called track and field, is a sport that celebrates speed, endurance, and teamwork. It unites athletes from around the world in friendly competition. Runners, jumpers, and throwers push …
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Philadelphia Event Misses Top Stars as Fred Kerley Faces Suspension
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAs the build up for Philadelphia’s Grand Slam Track meet takes shape, its now clear the event will proceed without several top athletes. Fred Kerley, Olympic medalist, faces suspension due …
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Reynold Cheruiyot Shifts Focus to 1500m at Rabat Diamond League After Doha Triumph
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuReynold Cheruiyot is shifting gears as he prepares to compete in the men’s 1500m at the upcoming Diamond League meet in Rabat. This comes after his stunning victory in the …
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Joseph Stead Dramatic 800m Victory at William F. Eddy Jr. Track & Field Meet
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuOn the afternoon in Schenectady, New York, the William F. Eddy Jr. Track & Field Meet became the stage for one of the most electrifying performances of the high school …
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Why Akani Simbine’s Rabat Diamond League Run Will Be the Race to Watch
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe Diamond League circuit heats up this season, with all eyes turning to Rabat, Morocco. Here, sprinters from across the globe are set to battle for supremacy. Among them stands …
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Kenya’s Nelly Chepchirchir and Ewoi Gear Up for Rabat 1500m Glory
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAs the world’s top athletes converge on the Rabat Diamond League meeting on Sunday, May 25, 2025, excitement builds for a standout event. Kenya, a country known for its rich …
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Irene Jepkemboi Shines Bright: Big 12 Javelin Champion Eyes Global Glory
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuIn the world of collegiate athletics, moments of true dominance stand out. Irene Jepkemboi of Texas Christian University delivered one such moment at the 2025 Big 12 Outdoor Championships. With …
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The Rapid Rise of ‘Illegal’ Running Shoes: Innovation vs. Regulation
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNearly a decade ago, Nike revolutionised distance running with super shoes featuring thick, cushy soles and embedded carbon-fibre plates. These shoes boosted efficiency and speed, leading to a cascade of …
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How Kenya Outpaced the World in a Global Kids’ Athletics Challenge
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuWhen World Athletics launched the “Relay around the World” Kids’ Athletics Day Challenge, few could have predicted the country that would ultimately set the pace. The global campaign, running from …
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World Athletics Taps Seasoned Sports Communicator James Mulligan
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuWorld Athletics continues to strengthen its global presence, focusing on fan engagement and commercial growth. The organisation has seen a surge in popularity, with a notable increase in commercial partnerships …
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Here is what you missed about Ethiopia`s 800m World Champion Mohammed Aman Four-Year Doping Ban
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuEthiopian middle-distance star Mohammed Aman, the 2013 World 800m champion, has been missing in action from the track. This has raised questions than answers about his whereabouts. While Mohammed Aman’s …
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Guangzhou 25 Draws Top Athletes for World Athletics Relays
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe World Athletics Relays Guangzhou 25 will feature a star-studded field as 734 athletes—411 men and 323 women—from 43 federations confirm their participation. Collectively, these athletes have earned an impressive …
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World Athletics Cancel 2025 World Road Running Championships After San Diego Withdrawal
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuWorld Athletics has officially cancelled the 2025 World Road Running Championships after San Diego withdrew as the host city. The governing body explored alternative hosts but decided against awarding the …
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World Athletics Launches Gender Equity Strategy to Forge 50/50 Leadership
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuWorld Athletics has unveiled a comprehensive three-year Gender Leadership Strategy, reinforcing its commitment to advancing gender equity. The initiative aims to position athletics as a global model for inclusion. The …
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Ferdinand Omanyala and His Brother Isaac Omurwa to Represent Kenya at World Relays
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKenya`s sprint sentation Ferdinand Omanyala set to share Podium with his brother Isaac Omurwa. Will Isaac outpace Omanyala? Ferdinand Omanyala and his younger brother Isaac Omurwa will represent Kenya at …
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Yamanishi, Chebet, and Ingebrigtsen World Records Rectified
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuToshikazu Yamanishi made history in Kobe, Japan, on February 16, 2025, when he broke the men’s 20km race walk world record with a time of 1:16:10. This performance was 26 …
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Beatrice Chebet and Nyaga set to take on Ethiopian Stars
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuBeatrice Chebet will headline the women’s 5000m at the 2025 Xiamen Diamond League, set for April 26 at the Egret Stadium in China. The double Olympic champion from Kenya comes …
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Noah Lyles Record Shattered by Prodigy Brandon Arrington
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNoah Lyles’s Record Shattered by Teen Sensation Brandon Arrington at Arcadia Invitational Noah Lyles, the Olympic champion and six-time World titleholder, has seen his nine-year-old high school 200m record fall …
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Abubaker Kaki: Alive and Well, World Athletics Clarifies False Death Reports
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAbubaker Kaki is breathing a sigh of relief as World Athletics confirms that reports of his death are entirely unfounded. This clarification comes after a flurry of unverified news sparked …
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Kenya Unveils Star-Studded Team for World Athletics Relay Championships
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuKenya has announced its team for the upcoming World Athletics Relay Championships, set to take place in Guangzhou, China, from May 10 to 11. The lineup includes two of the …
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Bernard Biwott beats Ibrahim Hassan in a thrilling finish at the 2025 Paris Marathon, clocking a personal best of 2:05:25. The Kenyan runner pulled away from the lead group with …
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Nadia Battocletti Wins 10km at European Running Championships
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNadia Battocletti Wins 10km at European Running Championships in style, capturing the title at the inaugural event in Brussels-Leuven with a time of 31:10. This victory marks another milestone in …
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Ferdinand Omanyala Eyes Diamond League Glory After Botswana Sprint Showdown
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuFerdinand Omanyala eyeing Diamond League after his Botswana performance. The Kenyan sprint king delivered a strong performance at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix, clocking a season-best 10.00 seconds in the …
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Nadia Battocletti Eyes European Running Championship Gold
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNadia Battocletti, the Olympic 10,000-meter silver medalist, is aiming to secure another European title at the inaugural European Running Championships in Brussel-Leuven, Belgium. The event is set to kick off …
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Michael Johnson Networth, Profile Career, Education and Family
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuWhat you need to know about Michael Johnson: Networth, Profile Career, Education and Family Michael Johnson’s net worth is estimated to be $10 million as of April 2025. The valuation …
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Lucas Chis, Sophie Williams Shine at Australian Junior Athletics
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuLucas Chis,Sophie Williams Shine at Autralian Junior Athletics,in Perth.Australian Junior Athletics Championships in Perth showcased exceptional talents, with athletes breaking records in various disciplines. The championship aims at selecting Commonwealth …
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Stanford,Florida,Miramar, Prague to Host Track and Field Events
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuIt is a thrilling weekend of track and field events across Stanford, Florida, Miramar, and Prague. In addition, each venue promises motion-packed competitions showcasing pace, patience, and skill. Stanford athletes …
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Five Titans of Athletics: The Greatest Marathoners in History
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe world of marathon running has been shaped by the extraordinary achievements of five legendary athletes, aptly named the Five Titans of the Track. They have left an indelible mark …
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Cheek Swab Tests to Verify Athletes` Gender in Track and Field
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe Cheek Swab test is at the heart of World Athletics plan, as it has introduced the genetic test for female athletes to ensure fair competition. The test involves a …
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Transgender and other athletes with differences of sex development (DSD) can kiss goodbye to racing with female competitors in World Athletics competitions after the governing body’s top council voted to …
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Letsile Tebogo, the Olympic 200m champion’s hometown of Gaborone in Botswana is one of three beneficiaries after World Athletics Council confirmed venues for three World Athletics Series events during the …
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United States Shine at World Athletics Indoor Championships With Massive Medal Haul
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe recent World Athletics Indoor Championships held in Nanjing, China, from March 21st to March 23rd, served as a remarkable platform for the United States of America to demonstrate its …
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Gudaf Tsegay, Ingebrigtsen shine as World Indoors Championships concludes
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooEthiopia’s Gudaf Tsegay bounced back from her Paris 2024 Olympic Games heartbreak with a dominant championship record as the 2025 World Indoor Championships came to a close on Sunday, March …
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World Athletics CEO Jon Ridgeon says World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing will mark the beginning of an exciting three year athletics journey across China. The World Athletics Indoor Championships …
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History as Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry is elected first female International Olympic Committee President
by adminby adminZimbabwean Kirsty Coventry was elected today as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the first female President in IOC history, following one round of voting at the 144th IOC Session …