Irene Chepkemboi will make history as the first Kenyan woman to compete in javelin at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. The 21-year-old qualified surprisingly through the World Athletics next eligible athlete process, despite not hitting the standard or world ranking initially.

• Chepkemboi's personal best throw is 60.31m, a new Kenyan national record, placing her in the top 50 of all time.
• She will join 2015 world champion Julius Yego, aiming to inspire young Kenyan women in field events.
• Training in Texas, USA, Chepkemboi attributes her success to modern facilities and emphasizes mental strength over physique in javelin.

The Great Chepsaita Cross Country Run, a World Athletics gold level event, is set for December 6, 2025 in Uasin Gishu, promising a highly competitive race with a significant increase in prize money.

• The winning prize money for senior categories has more than doubled to Sh750,000, up from last year's Sh300,000.
• Race Patron Farouk Kibet announced that Sh20 million from the proceeds will fund academic scholarships for vulnerable children in Turbo.
• The course, described by technical official Ibrahim Hussein as natural with no artificial obstacles, has been slightly adjusted for a unique experience, and the masters categories will not be featured this year.

The Great Chepsaita Cross Country Run is set for its third edition on December 6, 2025, promising a highly competitive World Athletics gold-level event in Uasin Gishu, Kenya. Organizers have adjusted the scenic course and anticipate a thrilling race with international participants.

• The 2025 race will not include masters categories.
• Race Chairman Barnaba Korir stated the event, themed "Running for Education," has fostered community benefits and talent nurturing.
• Sh20 million from race proceeds will fund academic scholarships for vulnerable children in Turbo, according to Race Patron Farouk Kibet.