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Kenyan Stars Compete for Diamond League Glory in Brussels

Kenyan athletes are set to compete at the 2026 Diamond League grand finale in Brussels, Belgium, facing stiff competition from international rivals. Meanwhile, KCB Rugby is aiming to solidify its lead in the National Sevens Circuit at the upcoming Embu 7s, which is the second-to-last leg of the 2026 season. In another development, organizers are enhancing athlete safety and sustainability for the October 25 Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, which anticipates over 30,000 runners. The marathon aims to meet international standards with improved medical and hydration support.

Kenyan stars keen to outsprint rivals in Diamond League grand finale

Kenyan stars keen to outsprint rivals in Diamond League grand finale

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KCB target Embu 7s boost as national title race heats up

KCB target Embu 7s boost as national title race heats up

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Organisers strengthen athlete safety in this year's Stanchart Marathon

Organisers strengthen athlete safety in this year's Stanchart Marathon

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Alcaraz believes 'impossible' schedule raising injury threat

Alcaraz believes 'impossible' schedule raising injury threat

Carlos Alcaraz believes the current tennis schedule is "impossible" and is contributing to an increase in player injuries. He plans to play fewer tournaments in the future to prioritize rest.

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Chinese WNBA star out of World Cup after losing passport

Chinese WNBA star out of World Cup after losing passport

China's WNBA star Li Yueru will miss the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup after her passport was lost in the mail in the United States.

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KCB target Embu 7s boost as national title race heats up

KCB target Embu 7s boost as national title race heats up

KCB Rugby is aiming to solidify its lead in the National Sevens Circuit at the upcoming Embu 7s, the second-to-last leg of the 2026 season.

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Organisers strengthen athlete safety in this year's Stanchart Marathon

Organisers strengthen athlete safety in this year's Stanchart Marathon

Organizers are enhancing athlete safety and sustainability for the October 25 Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, which anticipates over 30,000 runners. The event aims to meet international standards with improved medical and hydration support.

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Kenyan stars keen to outsprint rivals in Diamond League grand finale

Kenyan stars keen to outsprint rivals in Diamond League grand finale

Kenyan athletes are poised to compete for glory at the 2026 Diamond League grand finale in Brussels, Belgium, facing stiff competition from international rivals.

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Hamilton hopes to boost title bid with record Italian triumph

Hamilton hopes to boost title bid with record Italian triumph

Lewis Hamilton heads to Monza aiming for a record sixth Italian Grand Prix victory as he tries to close the 59-point gap to Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli in the championship race.

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Malkia Strikers storm into African Championship final

Malkia Strikers storm into African Championship final

Kenya's Malkia Strikers have stormed into the final of the 2026 CAVB Women’s Africa Nations Championship after a dominant 3-0 victory over Cameroon. The defending champions will face Egypt in the championship match at the Kasarani Indoor Arena.

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Gor Mahia prepare for stern CAF Champions League test against African giants Pyramids

Gor Mahia prepare for stern CAF Champions League test against African giants Pyramids

Kenyan champions Gor Mahia are set to face a formidable challenge in the preliminary round of the CAF Champions League as they host reigning African champions Pyramids FC at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday.

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Battle of the titans as African volleyball supremacy reaches fever pitch

Battle of the titans as African volleyball supremacy reaches fever pitch

The 2026 Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) African Women’s Championship semi-finals are set, featuring a clash between defending champions Malkia Strikers and rivals Cameroon, alongside Egypt facing Rwanda.

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McCarthy's Harambee Stars squad selection questioned again

McCarthy's Harambee Stars squad selection questioned again

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy is facing scrutiny for his 38-man provisional squad selection for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, particularly the omission of several key players.

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Hunt for glory as stars descend on Brussels for Diamond League trophies

Hunt for glory as stars descend on Brussels for Diamond League trophies

Kenyan stars are heading to Brussels for the 2026 Diamond League finals, vying for trophies against global elite athletes. This event is seen as a significant precursor to future major championships.

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Kenya's athletics legends nominated for 2026 National Heroes honours

Kenya's athletics legends nominated for 2026 National Heroes honours

Twelve Kenyan athletes and sports personalities have been nominated for 2026 National Heroes honours, recognizing their significant contributions to Kenyan sport and international achievements.

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Kabras Sugar to renew rivalry with Strathmore Leos at Embu Sevens

Kabras Sugar to renew rivalry with Strathmore Leos at Embu Sevens

The Kabras Sugar rugby team is set to face off against Strathmore Leos in a highly anticipated match at the upcoming Embu Sevens tournament, the next leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit.

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Olunga, Okumu return to Harambee Stars squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Olunga, Okumu return to Harambee Stars squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Kenya's Harambee Stars squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has been announced, featuring the return of key players Michael Olunga and Joseph Okumu.

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Why Thailand Boxing Club boxers can afford to smile

Why Thailand Boxing Club boxers can afford to smile

The Githurai Thailand Boxing Club is set to become a top Kenyan club thanks to a significant donation from the Safaricom Foundation.

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Kenyan team shines at continental motocross tournament

Kenyan team shines at continental motocross tournament

Kenya achieved a strong performance at the 2026 FIM Africa Motocross of African Nations (MXoAN) championship in Windhoek, Namibia, securing a top podium finish and fifth place overall in the continental standings with 275 points.

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Rwanda and former champions Cameroon cruise to continental semi-finals

Rwanda and former champions Cameroon cruise to continental semi-finals

Rwanda and former champions Cameroon have advanced to the semi-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship after winning their respective quarter-final matches.

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Six defining moments of Lionel Messi's Argentina career

Six defining moments of Lionel Messi's Argentina career

Lionel Messi has concluded his illustrious international career with Argentina after more than two decades and over 200 appearances, marking the end of an era following the team's recent defeat in the 2024 Copa America final.

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Arteta hails Arsenal's 'finishers' after Saka killed off Villa

Arteta hails Arsenal's 'finishers' after Saka killed off Villa

Arsenal secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Aston Villa thanks to a second-half strike from Bukayo Saka, extending their winning start to the Premier League season.

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Man City chase Fernandez, Arsenal eye Alvarez on deadline day

Man City chase Fernandez, Arsenal eye Alvarez on deadline day

Manchester City and Arsenal are reportedly making significant moves on deadline day as the transfer window nears its close.

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David Wakhu wins at Sigona Club

David Wakhu wins at Sigona Club

David Wakhu emerged victorious at the seventh leg of the PGK Equator Tour held at Sigona Golf Club. He secured the win with an impressive four-round total of 15-under-par 273.

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Lionel Messi retires from international football

Lionel Messi retires from international football

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever, has announced his retirement from international football after a distinguished 21-year career with the Argentine national team.

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Little Fish and Seahorses dominate NCSA gala

Little Fish and Seahorses dominate NCSA gala

Little Fish Swim Club and Seahorses Aquatic Center dominated the Nairobi County Swimming Association (NCSA) Inter-Clubs Invitational Championship held at Kiota School over the weekend, marking a strong start to the 2026-2027 season.

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Malkia Strikers hoping to block Algeria in hunt for semis slot

Malkia Strikers hoping to block Algeria in hunt for semis slot

The Malkia Strikers of Kenya are set to face a strong challenge from Algeria in the high-stakes quarter-finals of the 2026 CAVB African Women’s Nations Championship at the Kasarani Indoor Arena.

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Youngsters impress at Captain Prize Championships at Nairobi Club

Youngsters impress at Captain Prize Championships at Nairobi Club

Young polo players showcased impressive talent at the Captain Prize Championships held at Nairobi Club over the weekend, with the Tanqueray team emerging victorious.

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Njenga triumphs at Thika Sports Club

Njenga triumphs at Thika Sports Club

Walter Njenga, former Thika Sports Club Captain, emerged victorious at the Changamkia na Unicolour golf tournament held at Thika Sports Club on Saturday, scoring 39 stableford points.

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Ongaki hits rare double to win at Nyali Club

Ongaki hits rare double to win at Nyali Club

Divinah Ongaki achieved a remarkable double at the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Coast Region tournament held at Nyali Golf & Country Club on Saturday, winning the overall title and sinking a rare hole-in-one on the final hole.

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Rotich wins inaugural St Luke's golf tournament at Eldoret Club

Rotich wins inaugural St Luke's golf tournament at Eldoret Club

Michael Rotich secured victory at the inaugural St Luke’s Orthopaedic and Trauma Hospital Golf Tournament held at the Eldoret Club on Saturday.

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Why Malkia Strikers coach Omondi wants perfect reception and service

Why Malkia Strikers coach Omondi wants perfect reception and service

Kenya's Malkia Strikers have advanced to the quarter-finals of the CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship after defeating Nigeria 3-0. The team is now focusing on improving their game ahead of a tougher match against Algeria.

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FKF postpones Premier League kick-off amid promotion and relegation dispute

FKF postpones Premier League kick-off amid promotion and relegation dispute

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has postponed the opening round of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, initially scheduled for August 31 to September 2, 2026, due to ongoing disputes over promotion and relegation.

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