Omanyala and Thomas headline Kip Keino Classic
Since its inception in 2020, the Kip Keino Classic has produced several notable moments, including Omanyala's African record of 9.77 seconds in the men's 100 metres..
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The Kip Keino Classic, Africa's sole World Athletics Continental Tour gold-level meet, returns for its seventh edition in Nairobi with a new night schedule and Wavelight technology.
- This year's event will feature prominent athletes like Kenya's 'Fastest Man in Africa', Ferdinand Omanyala, and USA's triple Olympic champion Gabby Thomas.
- The refurbished Nyayo National Stadium will host the competition, which aims to showcase Kenya's capability to host major international athletics events, including potential bids for the Diamond League and World Athletics Championships.
- New additions like the night schedule and Wavelight technology are designed to enhance the athlete and spectator experience, mirroring major global championships.
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Omanyala and Thomas headline Kip Keino Classic - April 2026
The Absa Kip Keino Classic returns for its seventh edition at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, marking the first time it will be held under floodlights with Wavelight technology. South African sprinter Zakithi Nene is confident he will defend his 400m title at the event, which is Africa's sole World Athletics Continental Tour gold-level meet. Canadian Olympic and two-time world champion Camryn Rogers is also in Nairobi to defend her title. Meanwhile, Kenyan stars Ferdinand Odira and Ferdinand Omanyala have vowed to shine in their first-ever Kip Keino Classic under floodlights.
