Irene Chepkemboi to be First Kenyan Woman in Javelin at Worlds; Great Chepsaita Cross Country Race Set for Dec. 6 - September 2025

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 through the World Athletics next eligible athlete process, despite not hitting the standard initially. In other news, the Great Chepsaita Cross Country Run is set for its third edition on December 6, 2025, in Uasin Gishu. The World Athletics gold-level event will feature an adjusted, scenic course and a significant increase in prize money. Organizers anticipate a highly competitive race with international participants.

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Chepkemboi will be first Kenyan woman to compete in javelin at Worlds

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.