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HomeDaily NewsThursday, October 30, 2025Kenyan Athletes Compete in Football, Golf, and Prepare for Deaflympics - October 2025
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Kenyan Athletes Compete in Football, Golf, and Prepare for Deaflympics - October 2025

In Kenyan football, AFC Leopards secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Shabana, while Kakamega Homeboyz moved three points clear at the top of the SportPesa Premier League by beating APS Bomet 2-1. In golf, the fourth edition of The Golf Park Open is set to begin at The Golf Park in Ngong Racecourse, where defending champion Josphat Rono is determined to retain his title. Separately, Kenyan athlete Lucas Wandia is aiming to win his third consecutive gold medal in the men's steeplechase at the 25th Deaflympics Summer Games in Tokyo, Japan. The Deaflympics are scheduled to run from November 15-26. These events coincide with rising recognition for a new generation of academically-minded Kenyan athletes, like Faith Kipyegon and Dorcus Ewoi, noted for their athletic prowess and communication skills.

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AFC Leopards claw Shabana as Homeboyz go three points clear

AFC Leopards claw Shabana as Homeboyz go three points clear

AFC Leopards secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Shabana, while Kakamega Homeboyz went three points clear at the top of the SportPesa Premier League standings after beating APS Bomet 2-1.

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AFC Leopards secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Shabana, while Kakamega Homeboyz went three points clear at the top of the SportPesa Premier League standings after beating APS Bomet 2-1.

  • AFC Leopards climbed to fourth place with nine points after their second consecutive win, thanks to a late own goal.
  • Kakamega Homeboyz maintained their perfect start after their 2-1 win against APS Bomet in Kericho.
  • Tusker continued their recovery, beating Kariobangi Sharks 2-1, piling pressure on Sharks who have now lost three straight games.
Thursday 11:48 AMStandard Sports

Rono determined to defend Golf Park Open title

Rono determined to defend Golf Park Open title

The fourth edition of The Golf Park Open is set to tee off tomorrow at The Golf Park in Ngong Racecourse. The defending champion, Josphat Rono, aims to retain his title amidst a challenging course and a strong field of competitors.

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The fourth edition of The Golf Park Open is set to tee off tomorrow at The Golf Park in Ngong Racecourse. The defending champion, Josphat Rono, aims to retain his title amidst a challenging course and a strong field of competitors.

  • The tournament features a prize fund of Sh500,000.
  • Defending champion Josphat Rono is determined to defend his title.
  • Matthew Mortimer from the Royal Johannesburg Golf Club (RJGC), with a handicap of +4.6, will be hunting for World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points.
  • The nine-hole, tight links-style course is in excellent condition after recent rains, with vice captain Newton Ongalo anticipating low scores.
Thursday 11:57 AMStandard Sports

Kenya's new breed of athletes stealing the show with eloquence and confidence

Kenya's new breed of athletes stealing the show with eloquence and confidence

A new generation of academically-minded Kenyan athletes, including Faith Kipyegon and Dorcus Ewoi, are gaining global recognition for their athletic prowess and articulate communication skills.

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A new generation of academically-minded Kenyan athletes, including Faith Kipyegon and Dorcus Ewoi, are gaining global recognition for their athletic prowess and articulate communication skills.

  • This emerging group is challenging the perception that Kenyan athletes require translators when addressing international audiences.
  • The article features a photograph of Kipyegon and Ewoi alongside Australia's Linden Hall during the women's 1500m semi-final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 14, 2025.
  • These athletes are balancing their pursuit of academic degrees with their careers in sports.
Thursday 12:42 PMStandard Sports

Wandia eyes men's steeplechase three-peat at Tokyo Deaflympics

Wandia eyes men's steeplechase three-peat at Tokyo Deaflympics

Kenyan athlete Lucas Wandia is aiming for a third consecutive gold medal in the men's steeplechase at the 25th Deaflympics Summer Games in Tokyo, Japan, from November 15-26.

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Kenyan athlete Lucas Wandia is aiming for a third consecutive gold medal in the men's steeplechase at the 25th Deaflympics Summer Games in Tokyo, Japan, from November 15-26.

  • Wandia, a double Deaflympics champion, was recently honored as a national hero by President William Ruto on Mashujaa Day, receiving motivation for the upcoming games.
  • He will compete alongside compatriots Jacob Kibet and Peter Lagat, confidently predicting a clean sweep for Kenya in the steeplechase event.
  • The 36-year-old is also driven by Kenya's new reward scheme: Ksh3 million for gold, Ksh2 million for silver, and Ksh1 million for bronze.
  • Wandia debuted at the 2013 Deaflympics, winning silver, then gold in 2017, and successfully defended his title in 2022 with a time of 9:25.27.
  • He appeals to the government for equitable cash rewards for deaf athletes, matching those for hearing athletes, emphasizing "we are all representing Kenya."
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