Why Kenyan stars have been locked out of World Athletics Ultimate Championship

Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon will not compete in the championship...

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Kenya will have a limited presence at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest due to several top athletes being unavailable.

Key athletes like Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon are absent due to maternity leave and injury, respectively.
World 800m champion Lilian Odira is a major doubt due to illness.
The championship, held from September 11–13, 2026, features a $10 million prize fund for the sport's elite.

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