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Aaron Rai: From Kenya Open winner to US PGA champion

Briton Aaron Rai has achieved his first major victory at the 108th edition of the US PGA Championship. His journey to this significant win is notably linked to his participation and success at the 2017 Kenya Open Golf Championship.

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sports3w ago

Kisumu twins write rosy chapter with Lakers Hockey Club

Identical twin sisters Alice and Maurine Owiti have led Lakers Hockey Club to a historic double, winning their maiden Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) Women’s Premier League title and the Women’s Africa Cup for Club Champions in 2026.

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Twin sisters from Kisumu write rosy chapter with Lakers Hockey Club

Twin sisters Alice Owiti and Maureen Owiti from Kisumu have led Lakers Hockey Club to a historic 2026 season, securing both the Africa Cup for Club Champions and their maiden Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) Women’s Premier League title.

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sports1y ago

From Kenya to Nigeria: Sarah Bhakita’s journey to a historic cricket milestone

Sarah Bhakita has made history by coaching Nigeria's Under-19 women’s cricket team to qualify for the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup after a breakthrough victory in the Africa Division One qualifiers in Kigali, Rwanda.

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sports1y ago

Kamathi, man who chased down Gebrselassie now chases criminals

The article highlights the transformation of Waweru Kamathi, who famously defeated Haile Gebrselassie in a notable athletics race, to now serving as an Inspector of Police chasing criminals after his retirement from athletics.

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sports1y ago

Never-say-die: Adhiambo reaches new volleyball heights

Pamela Adhiambo has made significant strides in her volleyball career, recently joining the top Finnish team LP Viesti after being the Most Valuable Player at the 2018 National Secondary School Games.

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sports1y ago

Long live our unforgettable captain, Austin Oduor

Kenyan football legend Austin Oduor, captain of Gor Mahia and the only one to lift the African title, passed away in Kakamega at the age of 60. He is remembered for his entertaining style of play and significant contributions to Kenyan football.

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sports1y ago

Anthony Otwal:132cm-tall player defying stereotypes

Anthony Otwal, a 132.08 cm-tall hockey player defying stereotypes, plays for Jomo Kenyatta University of Agricultural Technology (Jkuat) in the Kenya Hockey Union National League.

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sports1y ago

Eliud Kipchoge: Rising to the challenge of failed Paris Olympics dream

Eliud Kipchoge, the two-time Olympic marathon champion, reflects on his recent challenges, including a setback at the 2023 Paris Olympics where he unexpectedly dropped out of the race.

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sports1y ago

Kirkland reminisces about 'cow dung incident' with Amin Dada

Mike Kirkland, a prominent figure in the history of the WRC Safari Rally, reflects on his unique experiences, including a memorable encounter with former Ugandan President Idi Amin Dada during the 1971 rally.

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sports1y ago

At 90, oldest man to have climbed Mt Kenya is not about to stop

At 90, Naigzy Gebremedhin has made history as the oldest person to conquer Mt Kenya, summiting the peak 14 times. He celebrated his milestone birthday on top of the mountain on August 12

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sports1y ago

Fifth time lucky: Okot chases American dream

After four unsuccessful attempts, Madina Okot, a 20-year-old basketball player from Kenya, finally achieved her dream of securing a US visa and began her journey at Mississippi State University in August 2023.

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sports1y ago

German professor’s three weeks of search for athletics secrets

A German professor spent three weeks in Iten, Kenya, an acclaimed high-altitude training center, to uncover the secrets behind Kenyan and African dominance in long-distance running. Despite initial struggles with the intense training, he adapted to the challenging conditions and gained insights into the local running culture.

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sports1y ago

Crisis of leadership plagues sports federations at big cost to athletes

Kenyan sports federations are embroiled in a deep leadership crisis, leading to suspensions, mismanagement, and significant detriment to athletes. This systemic issue affects multiple sports bodies, with many failing to comply with the 2013 Sports Act.

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sports1y ago

Coach Paul ‘Pau’ Murunga: Acing it at Quins

Under Coach Paul “Pau” Murunga, Kenya Harlequin has ended a 12-year drought, securing their first National Sevens Circuit title. This significant victory marks a turnaround for the club, which narrowly avoided relegation in the 2022/2023 season.

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sports1y ago

Eliud Kipchoge: The limping G.O.A.T.

Kenyan long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge, celebrated as the G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time) in marathon running, displayed vulnerability for the first time by shedding tears publicly after a disappointing last-place finish at the Paris 2024 Olympic marathon. This performance has sparked debate about his future and the immense pressure placed on Kenyan sporting heroes.

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sports1y ago

John Ngugi: How I earned the title of ‘King John I’

Kenyan Olympic gold medalist John Ngugi, aged 62, is recovering from a recent road accident and eyeing the upcoming Paris Olympics, where he hopes his countrymen will end a 36-year drought in the men's 5000m. Ngugi, a 1988 Seoul Olympics champion and five-time World Cross Country champion, reflected on his storied career which ended due to a doping ban.

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sports1y ago

Paralympian Moipo: Life gave me lemons, and I made lemonade out of it

Kenyan Paralympian Julietta Moipo, 22, is set to make history as one of the first two Kenyan women to compete in para taekwondo at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Overcoming a childhood accident that led to the amputation of her right arm, Moipo found her calling in para taekwondo after finishing secondary school, remarkably qualifying for the Paralympics without a single competitive kick in her category at the African Taekwondo Olympic Qualification Tournament in Dakar, Senegal, in February 2024.

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sports1y ago

Kenyan connection in South Sudan’s Olympic basketball stars

The South Sudan men's basketball team, making their Olympic Games debut in Paris, is drawing global attention, particularly for the strong Kenyan connections within its roster. Despite a 103-86 loss to Team USA, their participation is seen as a unifying force for the young nation.

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sports1y ago

Agnes Tirop: Troubled life of murdered world beating athlete

The tragic death of Kenyan athlete Agnes Tirop is explored in a new documentary, shedding light on her troubled marriage that culminated in her murder just days before her 26th birthday. Her husband, Ibrahim Rotich, currently stands trial as the main suspect in a case that highlights the hidden struggles of celebrated athletes.

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sports1y ago

Jackline Juma, stepping where no woman has stepped before

Former Kenya international becomes the first woman in Kenya to be appointed head coach of a men's Premier League side.

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sports1y ago

Explainer : What is fueling the phenomenal success of Kenyan women athletes?

Kenyan women athletes achieved historic success at the recent Olympics, winning more gold medals than their male counterparts for the first time. This phenomenal performance highlights a significant shift and the culmination of years of progress in women's athletics in Kenya.

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sports1y ago

Kenya marathoners reflect on podium sweep that never was

Kenyan marathoners reflect on their performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics following their return, expressing disappointment at not achieving a podium sweep. Despite high hopes, the team brought home one bronze medal in the women's marathon.

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sports1y ago

Ruto to host grand reception for Kenyan Olympics team

President William Ruto will host a grand reception for the Kenyan Olympics team in Eldoret on Thursday, August 15, 2024. The medalists, fresh from the Paris 2024 Olympics, will be honored during a breakfast meeting at the Eldoret State Lodge and a grand entry at the Eldoret Sports Club for the inauguration of the "City of Champions."

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sports1y ago

Golden girls Kipyegon, Chebet return to heroic welcome

Kenya's Olympic stars, including double gold medalists Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet, received a heroic welcome upon their return to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from the Paris Olympic Games on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. They were greeted by a government delegation led by Sports CS Kipchumba Murkomen, celebrating Kenya's success as the top African nation in the medal standings.

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sports1y ago

Miramas City rolls out red carpet for Team Kenya

The City of Miramas, France, rolled out the red carpet for Team Kenya, celebrating their success at the Paris Olympic Games with a special reception. The event honored the athletes and solidified the bond between Miramas and Team Kenya.

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sports1y ago

Fat paycheck: Medallists to reap big from Olympics

Kenyan Olympic medallists are set to receive substantial financial rewards from both World Athletics and the Kenyan government following their performances at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. This comes as various nations and sports bodies are increasing prize money for athletes.

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sports1y ago

Revealed: Scandal of Kenya's athletics talent drain

Reports indicate that powerful officials within Athletics Kenya are allegedly facilitating the transfer of young, talented Kenyan athletes to represent other countries for personal gain. This practice has led to several Kenyan-born athletes winning medals for their adopted nations at major international competitions, including the recent Olympic Games in Paris.

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sports1y ago

Au revoir Paris! What’s up Los Angeles?

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games concluded on Sunday, August 11, 2024, with the Olympic flag officially transferred to Los Angeles, host of the 2028 Games. Team Kenya, which notably topped African nations with 11 medals (four gold, two silver, five bronze), was celebrated at a red-carpet reception in Miramas, their pre-Olympics training base.

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sports1y ago

Tom Cruise leaps into action as LA takes on Olympic mission

During the Paris Games closing ceremony, Tom Cruise dramatically rappelled from the Stade de France roof to accept the Olympic flag, marking the official handover to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games. He then sped off on a motorcycle, symbolizing the start of the countdown to LA28.

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