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June 21, 2026
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Omanyala leads Kenyan squad for Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Omanyala leads Kenyan squad for Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Ferdinand Omanyala, world 800m champion Lilian Odira and former world 1,500m champion Timothy Cheruiyot will spearhead Kenya’s medal hunt at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow..

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Ferdinand Omanyala, Lilian Odira, and Timothy Cheruiyot will lead Kenya's athletics team at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The squad was unveiled by Athletics Kenya (AK) following national trials.

  • Ferdinand Omanyala aims to defend his men's 100m title.
  • The team includes world champion Lilian Odira and former world champion Timothy Cheruiyot.
  • Athletics Kenya has officially handed over the team to the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) for further preparations.

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Omanyala Leads Kenyan Squad for Glasgow Commonwealth Games - June 2026

Ferdinand Omanyala, Lilian Odira, and Timothy Cheruiyot will lead Kenya's athletics team at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The squad was unveiled by Athletics Kenya (AK) following national trials. Kenya has announced a formidable team of elite athletes, including world champions and Commonwealth Games medalists, for the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Further, preparations are underway for the second edition of Run 4 Seniors, a charity event aimed at supporting vulnerable senior citizens and promoting active ageing.

Kenya names big shots in team for Commonwealth Games
Kenya names big shots in team for Commonwealth Games

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Preparations for second edition of 'Run 4 Seniors' in top gear
Preparations for second edition of 'Run 4 Seniors' in top gear

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