Athletics

Sabastian Sawe has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records after his groundbreaking marathon performance that redefined endurance running. In a statement, the records body confirmed Sawe’s achievement, highlighting his stunning time of 1:59:30, which now stands as the fastest men’s marathon ever recorded. His performance has cemented his place …

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe etched his name in history books after becoming the first athlete to run an official marathon in under two hours, clocking a remarkable 1:59:30 to win the London Marathon on Sunday. The 30-year-old, who remains unbeaten in marathon races since his 2024 debut, made a decisive move …

Kenyan darts player David Munyua has opened up about how his life and career were turned upside down after his breakthrough appearance at a championship in the United Kingdom. Speaking on Monday night, Munyua said the sudden fame and public attention caught him by surprise, completely reshaping his journey in …

Veteran athletics coach Julius Kirwa has been celebrated for his pivotal role in guiding Kenya to a stellar performance at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. As Head Coach, Kirwa steered Team Kenya to a total of 11 medals — seven gold, two silver, and two bronze — …

Kenya’s athletics team received a jubilant reception at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Tuesday after their stellar showing at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The champions, who secured Kenya’s place among the world’s athletics giants, were greeted with song, dance, …

President William Ruto has led Kenyans in congratulating 17-year-old Edmund Serem after he claimed a bronze medal in the men’s 3,000m steeplechase at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Serem, the World U-20 steeplechase champion, clocked 8:34.56 to secure his first senior global medal in a dramatic race that …

Reigning London Marathon champion Alexander Munyao has set his sights on clinching another Abbott World Marathon Majors title before the end of the 2025 season, with Berlin, Chicago, and New York firmly on his radar. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The Berlin Marathon is scheduled for September 21, …

Beatrice Chebet and Abraham Kibiwott, who left Kenya as constables for the Paris Olympics, have been promoted to corporals upon their return. Chebet received her promotion from acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli at Jogoo House on Wednesday, following her gold medal wins in the women’s 5,000m and 10,000m …

Faith Kipyegon, Team Kenya’s captain at the Paris Olympics, stated that the team gave their best in the fiercely competitive games. Speaking during a breakfast hosted by President William Ruto at Eldoret State Lodge, Kipyegon acknowledged the intense competition in Paris and expressed gratitude for the government’s support and the …

At the Paris Games, Kenyan-born Bahraini Winfred Mutile Yavi claimed gold in the 3,000m steeplechase with a new Olympic record of 8:52.76. Faith Cherotich, the former World Under-20 champion, secured third place with a season-best time of 8:55.15. Cherotich’s performance earned Kenya its fourth medal, although her fellow Kenyan and …