Team Kenya Returns Home With 7 Medals From World Athletics Road Running Championships - September 2026

Team Kenya returned home triumphant from the 2026 World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark, securing a total of 7 medals and topping the competition overall. Athletics Kenya President Jackson Tuwei emphasized the urgent need for Kenya to begin early preparations for the 2029 World Athletics Championships to maintain this competitive edge. Meanwhile, Agnes Ngetich is set to receive Sh7 million after breaking the women-only world record in Denmark at the same championship. The success of Kenya's performance has been hailed as proof of the country's readiness to host the 2029 event.