Stars hope to conquer Iten Marathon's challenging course
Athletics stars are set to conquer Iten International Marathon’s Chororget-Iten course on Sunday...
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Athletics stars are gearing up to tackle the challenging Chororget-Iten course at the Iten International Marathon on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Athletes like Ednah Kimitei and Ezekiel Kiprais, both making their debut at this race after recovering from injuries, are among those hoping to secure victory and the prestigious prize money.
- The Iten International Marathon's third edition will feature over 1500 elite athletes and hundreds of master and fun runners.
- The event serves as a memorial race for over 40 people who perished in November 1 mudslides.
- The winning prize for the marathon is Ksh 1 million in each category, with Ksh 750,000 for second place and Ksh 500,000 for third.
- The marathon includes 42km and 10km elite races, and a 5km race for masters and fun runners.
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Kenya's national men's boxing team, consisting of medallists from the Africa Zone Three Championships, has been selected for the Elite World Men Boxing Championships in Dubai from December 2-13. In athletics, stars are gearing up for the Iten International Marathon on Sunday, November 24, 2024, set to take place on the challenging Chororget-Iten course. Athletes such as Ednah Kimitei and Ezekiel Kiprais are making their debut at this race. Meanwhile, the Harambee Starlets have begun preparations for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon). The women's football team started their preparations with a 1-2 defeat against Algeria in a friendly match in Blida under coach Beldine Odemba.
