Kenyan Athletes Aim for Titles at Championships in Tokyo - September 2025

Kenya aims to reclaim its dominance in the men's marathon and 10,000m at the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Champions, with a four-man marathon team and a trio in the 10,000m. At the same championships in Tokyo, Japan, three-time world champion Faith Kipyegon made a strong start in the women's 1500m heats, showing her intention to defend her title. Separately, Deaflympics champion Ian Wambui Kahinga has qualified for the 25th Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo, Japan, set for November 15-26, 2025. After winning the men's 10,000m at the national trials in Nairobi, Kahinga is aiming for triple gold in Tokyo.