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Originally published by KBC SportsAugust 13, 2026
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Kenya junior athletes jet back to heroic reception after 2nd-place finish in Oregon
Team Kenya returned home on Wednesday night to thunderous welcome after securing second place at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Oregon, USA...
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Team Kenya returned home to a heroic reception after clinching second place at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Oregon, USA. The junior athletes secured a total of 11 medals, comprising 4 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze.
- Kenya finished second overall, behind the host nation, USA.
- Key figures like 1500m world champion Josephine Sembeyo led the team, highlighting the need for improved training facilities.
- The team was welcomed by Athletics Kenya officials at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
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