Faith Kipyegon Sets World Record at Shanghai Diamond League

Star athlete Faith Kipyegon shattered the world record in the women's 5000m race at the Shanghai Diamond League in China, kicking off the 2026 Diamond League season with a commanding victory. The double Olympic champion and world record holder secured this historic win at the opening of the Diamond League season in Shanghai. Meanwhile, Kenya secured a historic 10,000m double gold at the 24th African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana. Diana Wanza followed Kelvin Chesang's earlier triumph, marking the country's first-ever double in the event. Additionally, Kenyan swimmer Athena Diamantidis, aged ten, achieved remarkable success at the 2026 World School Games Swimming Championships in London, securing a gold and a bronze medal.