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February 5, 2026
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Blow as Simader abruptly pulls out of Games

Blow as Simader abruptly pulls out of Games

Kenya will be represented by only Issa Laborde Gachiringi at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy following a late withdrawal of Sabrina Simader...

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Kenya's representation at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games has been reduced to one athlete after Sabrina Simader unexpectedly withdrew from the event which kicks off today. Simader cited a "roller coaster" of events and issues with her National Olympic Committee (NOC) for her pullout, despite her intention to compete in her second Olympics.

  • Only Issa Laborde Gachiringi will represent Kenya at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
  • Simader was the first alpine skier to represent Kenya at the Winter Olympics at PyeongChang 2018.
  • National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) president Shadrack Maluki emphasized Kenya's commitment to non-traditional sports and supporting athletes based on merit and resources.

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