Eldoret City Marathon: At 52 Joyce Kirui is not about to stop

Kirui is fresh from a 15km masters runner-up finish in Kapsabet early in March, a performance which she says was part of preparation for the Eldoret City Marathon...

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At 52 years old, marathoner Joyce Kirui is set to compete in the Eldoret City Marathon on April 26, aiming to inspire younger athletes and prove that age is just a number.

Joyce Kirui, a former Half Marathon champion, finished 42nd last year and is returning with rigorous training.
She will compete against over 1000 elite athletes, many significantly younger than her.
Kirui's participation highlights the Eldoret City Marathon's goal to motivate clean running and longevity in the sport.

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