Mariam Njoki: This is why I switched allegiance to Qatar

Mariam Lufti Njoki, formerly Christine Njoki is over the moon even as she awaits approval by World Athletics to represent her new country – Qatar...

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Mariam Lufti Njoki, formerly Christine Njoki, has switched her allegiance from Kenya to Qatar to pursue her dream of competing in premier athletics competitions like the World Championships and the Olympics. The move, initiated in August last year, is awaiting final approval from World Athletics.

Njoki recently defended her title at the 35th edition of Discovery Kenya Cross Country in Eldoret, competing under her new name, Mariam Lufti.
The athlete believes it will be easier to qualify for international events representing Qatar due to intense competition in Kenya.
Her participation in the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida, USA, was delayed pending clearance, but she expects the move to be finalized before her planned entry into the 2026 Diamond League.

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