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Kenya: Rhonex Kipruto Will Be the Next Big Thing in Kenya
Kenya's Rhonex Kipruto could be the next big thing if he plays his cards right. This fast-rising star belongs to the league of Eliud Kipchoge and Geoffrey Kamworor if he can manage his athletics career well. He is fresh from setting a new 10km road world record at the 10km Valencia Ibercaja in Spain and I guess this will inspire him to greater heights. However, as I said it should be one step at a time.
Rhonex Kipruto will be the next big thing in Kenya
Rhonex Kipruto will be the next big thing in Kenya Thursday January 16 2020 World 10,000m bronze medallist Rhonex Kipruto who is the new 10km Road World Record holder after he won the Valencia Ibercaja 10 kilometres road race on January 12, 2020 in a new world record time of 26 minutes and 23 seconds.. PHOTO | FILE | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary This fast-rising star belongs to the league of Eliud Kipchoge and Geoffrey Kamworor if he can manage his athletics career well.
As Malkia Strikers fight for Olympic spot, they need support
As Malkia Strikers fight for Olympic spot, they need support Thursday January 9 2020 Malkia Strikers coach Paul Bitok is carried shoulder high by his players after their win against Cameroon during the Olympics qualifier at Palais polyvalent des sports (Paposy) Arena in Yaoundé on January 7, 2020.
Kenya: Why We Must Change Tack in 2020 to Stay Ahead of Our Opponents
Today, I turn a new page in as far as my athletics column is concerned. And as I reflect on the activities that have been 2019, I want to avoid setting new resolutions like everyone else. This is because in athletics, it's all about performance and you are either ready or not. For us at Athletics Kenya, the last month's Athletes Conference was an eye opener and we want to do things differently this year.
Why we must change tack in 2020 to stay ahead of our opponents
Why we must change tack in 2020 to stay ahead of our opponents Thursday January 2 2020 Kenya's Conseslus Kipruto (left) crosses the finish line and wins next to second-placed Ethiopia's Lamecha Girma in the Men's 3000m Steeplechase final at the 2019 IAAF Athletics World Championships at the Khalifa International stadium in Doha on October 4, 2019.
Kenya: Camps Will Help Our Athletes Prepare for U-20 Championship
The establishment of the 14 athletics camps as the country prepares for the World Under-20 Championships could not have come at a better time. Kenya has been a powerhouse in the world of athletics but most of these successes have come mainly due to individual commitment by athletes and their support staff, with limited resources.
Camps will help our athletes prepare for U-20 championship
Camps will help our athletes prepare for U-20 championship Thursday December 19 2019 Junior athletes do speed work at Ihururu Stadium in Nyeri county on December 15, 2019. Fifty athletes are in a three-week training camp in readiness of the 2020 World Under-20 Championship to be staged in Nairobi in July next year.
Kenya: More Anti-Doping Forums Key to End Vice
The Athletes Conference held in Eldoret last week and attended by nearly all the elite runners including the 'Man of the Year' Eliud Kipchoge, was a welcome step for Kenya as the fight against doping continues to gather steam. The exchange of ideas between the panellists and athletes was an eye-opener as the country strives to ensure the doping menace that has seen Russia recently banned from all global sporting activities for four years does not take root in the country.
KORIR: More anti-doping forums key to end vice
More anti-doping forums key to end vice Thursday December 12 2019 Sports Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed (left) hands over participation certificate to World Under-20 5,000m champion Beatrice Chebet as Athletics Kenya president Jack Tuwei looks on during the Athletics Kenya Annual Athletes' Conference in Eldoret on December 6, 2019.
Kenya: Bid to Criminalise Doping Will Tighten the Noose on Cheats
The imminent criminalisation of doping is the clearest indication yet that Kenya as an athletics powerhouse is determined to wipe out the vice that has taken the sheen off the country's long-standing success in the sport. That the country now finds itself being mentioned in the same breath as serial institutionalised cheats Russia is a course for concern for aspiring and current athletes.
Bid to criminalise doping will tighten the noose on cheats
Bid to criminalise doping will tighten the noose on cheats Thursday December 5 2019 Sports Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohammed (right) addresses the press flanked by Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) Head of Programmes Thomas Capdevielle at Hilton hotel, Nairobi on December 3, 2019. PHOTO | CHRIS OMOLLO | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary Elite athletes should be at the forefront in supporting the anti-doping programmes.
KORIR: Eldoret workshop will be beneficial to local runners
By BARNABAS KORIR More by this Author It is that time of the year that we, as Athletics Kenya (AK) sit back and reflect on the gains and losses made during the year. This has been executed in different ways over the years depending on the harvest and loses. There are years we have celebrated with a gala night and there are those years we have had to sit in a forum and seriously scratch our heads on the way forward.
KORIR: Athletics Gala shortlist out, hopes still high
Athletics Gala shortlist out, hopes still high Thursday November 14 2019 Men's elite race winner Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge (left) and Women's elite race winner Kenya's Brigid Kosgei pose with the trophy during the London Marathon winners' photocall at Tower Bridge in central London on April 29, 2019. PHOTO | BEN STANSALL | AFP In Summary I can hardly remember a marathon race where Kenyans were not on the podium.
KORIR: We should vote for our stars ahead of IAAF gala
We should vote for our stars ahead of IAAF gala Thursday November 7 2019 Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge celebrates after busting the mythical two-hour barrier for the marathon on October 12 2019 in Vienna.
KORIR: Let 21km race in StanChart have own life
Let 21km race in StanChart have own life Thursday October 31 2019 Participants run in this year's Standard Chartered Bank Nairobi Marathon along Uhuru Highway on October 27,2019. PHOTO | SILA KIPLAGAT | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary Whether for fun, personal fitness or in the case of the elite athletes, a chance to earn a good payday and create a foundation for an international career; Standard Chartered Marathon is locally the best option.
KORIR: Kipchoge’s mantra will lift Kenyans in New York
Kipchoge’s mantra will lift Kenyans in New York Thursday October 24 2019 Eliud Kipchoge celebrates with his pacemakers, friends and supporters after crossing finish line to break the historic two-hour barrier for a marathon during the INEOS 1:59 Challenge in Vienna, Austria on October 12, 2019. PHOTO | INEOS 1:59 CHALLENGE | In Summary Kipchoge made history by running a 1:59.40.2, a mission that was initially deemed as impossible.
Celebrate Eliud Kipchoge without attacking Paul Tergat
Celebrate Eliud Kipchoge without attacking Paul Tergat Thursday October 17 2019 Eliud Kipchoge (in white singlet) runs flanked by pacesetters during the INEOS 1:59 Challenge at Prater Park in Vienna, Austria on October 12, 2019. PHOTO | INEOS 1:59 CHALLENGE In Summary Kipchoge ran 1:59:40 to become the first man to run the distance in under two hours while Kosgei posted a new record of 2:14:04 to erase Radcliffe’s previous 2:15:25 record.
KORIR: Let's start preparing for Tokyo now!
Let's start preparing for Tokyo now! Thursday October 10 2019 World 3,000 metres steeplechase champions Conseslus Kipruto (left), accompanied by fellow world champions Ruth Chepng’etich (marathon) and Timothy Cheruiyot (1,500m) at the JKIA on October 7, 2019. PHOTO | CHRIS OMOLLO | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary For Tokyo, time is running out and the earlier we start the better. Last but not least, allow me to congratulate all our medallists for making us proud again as a nation.
Let's not give up on Doha World Championships gold rush yet
Let's not give up on Doha World Championships gold rush yet Thursday October 3 2019 Kenya's Beatrice Chepkoech celebrates after winning in the Women's 3000m Steeplechase final at the 2019 IAAF Athletics World Championships at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha on September 30, 2019. PHOTO | KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV | AFP In Summary Technically, we have only lost the women’s 10,000 metres because we did not win the men’s 5,000m and women’s 800m last time.
KORIR: Chespol, Kasait, Chepkoech a breath of fresh air
Chespol, Kasait, Chepkoech a breath of fresh air Thursday June 1 2017 Kenya's Cellphile Chepsol goes over the water jump on course to victory in the women's 3,000m steeplechase race in the IAAF Diamond League at Eugene's Hayward Field, USA on May 26, 2017. PHOTO | IAAF | In Summary Faith Chepng'etich, who continues to perform wonders in the women’s 1,500m, is a result of youth programme. She is fresh from winning her speciality in Eugene.
KORIR: National trials crucial for athletes with wild cards
National trials crucial for athletes with wild cards Thursday September 12 2019 Kenya's Timothy Cheruiyot celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the men's 1500m during the IAAF Diamond League competition on July 12, 2019 in Monaco. PHOTO | VALERY HACHE | AFP In Summary Being the opening day of the trials at Nyayo National Stadium, all eyes will on Thursday be on the top runners, and the tension is evident.
KORIR: Yego will shine in Doha World Championships
Why Yego will shine in Doha World Championships Thursday September 5 2019 Julius Yego in javelin throw build-up action during National Police Track and Field Championships at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on July 12, 2019.
Kenya: Performances in Rabat Offer Hope, but Concern Over Injuries
So far, so good at the African Games in Rabat. Two gold medals on the opening day and two others on Wednesday is quite encouraging. And more were expected Wednesday night... However, first things first, and congratulations are very much in order for Lilian Kasait (5,000m) and Benjamin Kigen (3,000m steeplechase), who handed the country the first gold medals. Kudos too to our golden race walkers Emily Ngii and Samuel Gathimba.
Performances in Rabat offer hope, but concern over injuries
Performances in Rabat offer hope, but concern over injuries Thursday August 29 2019 Fourth Brigade Emily Ngii (right) leads Grace Wanjiru of Moi Airbase in the women’s 20km race walk during the Kenya Defence Force Championships on July 3, 2019 at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. PHOTO | CHRIS OMOLLO | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary This is considering that the fact that most west African sprinters equally use the games to make a cut for the same and why not capitalise on the situation.
KORIR: Good planning will help athletes perform in Doha
Good planning will help athletes perform in Doha Thursday August 22 2019 Agnes Jebet Tirop (front) of National Police Service sprints to the finishing line ahead of Kenya Defence Force's Hellen Obiri during Athletics Kenya Nationals Athletics Championship 10,000 metres women final at Nyayo National Stadium on August 21, 2019. Jebet won in 31 minutes and 25.00 seconds, Obiri finished second in 31:25.38 while Rosemary Wanjiru came in third in 31:26.22.
Let's put act together to avoid African Games failure
Let's put act together to avoid African Games failure Thursday August 15 2019 Members of African Games athletics team sit at the reception of the Luke Hotel on August 13, 2019 after being locked out due to unpaid bills.
KORIR: Why change of trials date is important
Why change of trials date is important Thursday August 8 2019 Athletics Kenya (AK) President Jackson Tuwei addresses journalists at Riadha House, Nairobi on July 16, 2019.
KORIR: Tuwei's bid for top IAAF seat good for Africa
Tuwei's bid for top IAAF seat good for Africa Thursday August 1 2019 Sports CS Amina Mohammed (left) and Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei at Riadha House on July 22, 2019.
KORIR: What CS Amina's visit to Riadha House means
What CS Amina's visit to Riadha House means Thursday July 25 2019 Sports CS Amina Mohammed (left) and Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei at Riadha House on July 22, 2019. PHOTO | CHRIS OMOLLO | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary For years on end, it has been the other way round, and in this cases, Athletics Kenya (AK) officials would be required to camp outside the minister’s office at Kencom House seeking audience. Now she understands how the AK structures work and how we can partner.
KORIR: I weep for the once vibrant Nyayo Stadium
I weep for the once vibrant Nyayo Stadium Thursday July 18 2019 Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Culture and Sports Peter Kaberia (right) and Sports Kenya Chairman Fred Muteti (left) feel the unfinished Nyayo Stadium pitch on October 30, 2018 when they toured the facility for inspection.
KORIR: Kenyans must urgently unite to fight the doping menace
Kenyans must urgently unite to fight the doping menace Thursday July 11 2019 Kenya's Joyce Chepkirui celebrates winning the final of the women's 10,000m athletics event at Hampden Park during the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland on July 29, 2014. PHOTO | ADRIAN DENNIS | AFP In Summary Athletics is the country’s pride and as AK, we have the duty to safeguard it against those who have an agenda to wreck it.
Collymore left indelible mark in our athletics
Collymore left indelible mark in our athletics Thursday July 4 2019 Departed Safaricom chief executive officer Bob Collymore (right) shows Paul Tergat a clean pair of heels in a mock race at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. PHOTO | FILE | In Summary The list is endless but in brief, athletics was the biggest beneficiary of Safaricom’s generosity under Collymore.
KORIR: Athletes equal to the task ahead in African Games
Athletes equal to the task ahead in African Games Thursday June 27 2019 Benjamin Kigen (left) and Joash Kiplimo clear a barrier in the men's 3000m final during the Athletics Kenya National trials for the African Games at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani on June 22, 2019. PHOTO | CHRIS OMOLLO | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary Men’s 3,000m steeplechase has new faces in the likes of Benjamin Kigen and Joash Kiplimo.
KORIR: Thrilling action on offer for fans at Kasarani trials
In Summary Generally for the next three days, Kasarani will be the place to be with thrills and entertainment guaranteed. See you at Kasarani guys. Advertisement By BARNABAS KORIR More by this Author I want to take this opportunity to invite the public to this weekend’s African Games athletics trials, starting Thursday all through to Saturday at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
Why Kenyan elites should be supporters of African athletics
Why Kenyan elites should be supporters of African athletics Thursday June 13 2019 Kenya's Benjamin Kigen competes in the Men's 3000m steeplechase during the IAAF Diamond League competition on June 6, 2019 at the Olympic stadium in Rome. PHOTO | FILIPPO MONTEFORTE | AFP In Summary Countries like Ethiopia, hosts Morocco and Algeria among others are taking the event seriously and I don’t see why Kenyans shouldn’t.
Sports ministry ought to follow Uhuru’s lead, deliver mandate
Sports ministry ought to follow Uhuru’s lead, deliver mandate Thursday June 6 2019 President Uhuru Kenyatta greets the public upon arrival at Narok Stadium in Narok County for the 56th Madaraka Day celebrations on June 1, 2019. PHOTO | PSCU In Summary In the last few days or rather month, there has been a lot of activities within the sports fraternity spearheaded by the President himself.
It’s little selfless acts that make our stars shine even brighter
It’s little selfless acts that make our stars shine even brighter Thursday May 30 2019 Simon Cheprot helps Kenneth Kipkemoi cross the finish line after he collapsed during the IAAF Okpekpe International 10-kilometre race on May 25, 2019 in Nigeria. PHOTO | COURTESY In Summary As athletes, we need to leave a legacy when we exit the scene.
KORIR: Let’s build on our performance from the World Relays
Let’s build on our performance from the World Relays Thursday May 16 2019 Kenya's mixed 4x400 metres relay team members, (Left to right ) Kipchumba Koech, Hellen Syombua, Nyatichi Thomas, and Nyambweke Momanyi celebrate after taking the third place in the mixed 4x400 metres relay final during the IAAF World Relays athletics event at the Nissan stadium in Yokohama, on May 12, 2019.
Kiplagat a true patriot for always taking up national team call-ups
Kiplagat a true patriot for always taking up national team call-ups Thursday May 9 2019 Kenya's Edna Kiplagat at the 2019 Boston Marathon starting line. on April 15, 2019. PHOTO | PAUL RUTHERFORD | AFP In Summary The reasons why we call Mzee Kipchoge Keino a legend is because he tirelessly competed and won medals for this country. Currently, Edna is leading from the front and it won’t be long before she starts reaping the fruits of her hard work.
KORIR: Let’s pick World Championships marathon team early
Let’s pick World Championships marathon team early Thursday May 2 2019 Men's elite race winner Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge (left) and Women's elite race winner Kenya's Brigid Kosgei pose with the trophy during the London Marathon winners' photocall at Tower Bridge in central London on April 29, 2019. PHOTO | BEN STANSALL | AFP In Summary Kosgei would especially boost her profile by competing at the World Championships.
KORIR: Let’s build on Abidjan success ahead of U-20 world champs
Let’s build on Abidjan success ahead of U-20 world champs Thursday April 25 2019 Edward Zakayo (second right, Jacob Rop (centre) and Reuben Pogisho (second left) pose for photos with with Cabinet Secretary for Sports Amina Mohammed (right) and Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei (left) after sweeping all the podium places in the men's Under-20 5000m at the Africa Under-20 and Under-18 Championships in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire on April 20, 2019.
Poor travel plans will cost teams in championships
By BARNABAS KORIR More by this Author Greetings from Abidjan! This past week, two things have kept me thinking. One concerns the way we plan things and the other is about how we treat our teams or rather heroes.
KORIR: Poor travel plans will cost teams in championships
Poor travel plans will cost teams in championships Thursday April 18 2019 Kenya's Vincent Kibet (left) and Peter Kibui celebrate after winning gold and bronze respectively in the men's 1,500m race in the Under-18 category of Africa Athletics Championship in Abidjan, Ivory Coast on April 16, 2019. PHOTO | COURTESY | In Summary It is one thing to prepare a team and it is completely another one to psyche them to perform.
KORIR: Onset of marathon season promises thrilling action
Onset of marathon season promises thrilling action Thursday April 11 2019 Winner Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge, (centre), second-placed Ethiopia's Tola Shura Kitata (left) and third-placed Britain's Mo Farah pose after the elite men's race of the 2018 London Marathon in central London on April 22, 2018. PHOTO | DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS | AFP In Summary Kemboi launches his marathon season in Hamburg this month.
KORIR: Kenya’s performance in Denmark should be a wake-up call
Kenya’s performance in Denmark should be a wake-up call Thursday April 4 2019 Kenya's Hellen Obiri (centre) leads during the senior women 10km race in the the 2019 World Cross Championships in Aarhus, Denmark on March 30, 2019. PHOTO | IAAF | In Summary But all said and done, I must say it was all not lost in Denmark as our golden girls Hellen Obiri and Beatrice Chebet saved the country the blushes when our boy child was really suffering.
KORIR: Kamworor is Kenya’s ace card at World Cross Country
Kamworor is Kenya’s ace card at World Cross Country Friday March 22 2019 World Cross Country champion Geoffrey Kamworor approaches the finish line of the men's 10km race during the Kenya Police Service Cross Country Championships at Ngong racecourse on January 26, 2019. PHOTO | SILA KIPLAGAT | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary In simple terms Kamworor is one man, any coach or leadership would want to have him in a team.
KORIR: IAAF decision to shelve 5km, 10km races is retrogressive
In Summary Besides, it is not a must that the 10,000m or 5,000m be aired live all the time. As the athletics family, it important that we care about children and athletes who have talent in long distance. When IAAF President Sebastian Coe was elected, he promised to bring back events like 10,000m back to glory. Unfortunately, what is happening now is to the contrary.
KORIR: Let us support the Beyond Zero Marathon
Let us support the Beyond Zero Marathon Thursday March 7 2019 First Lady Margaret Kenyatta (centre) is joined by journalists from various local and international media houses for a training session at State House, Nairobi on February 20, 2019 ahead of he fourth edition of the First Lady Half Marathon slated for March 10. PHOTO | PSCU | In Summary Yes, she really cares for the mothers and children of this country and deserves all the support.
KORIR: Unconditional assistance for pioneer athletes is
KORIR: Unconditional assistance for pioneer athletes is non-negotiable Thursday February 28 2019 Ailing legendary Kenyan athlete Nyandika Maiyoro during an interview with Nation Sport on February 14, 2019 at the Christamarianne Hospital in Kisii where he is admitted. Maiyoro passed away on February 24, 2019.
KORIR: Why we still need ‘wild card’ selection system
Why we still need ‘wild card’ selection system Thursday February 21 2019 Gloria Kite (right) and Rhonex Kipruto train in Iten, Elgeyo-Marakwet County on February 16, 2019 ahead of the National Cross Country Championships slated for February 23 at Eldoret Sports Club in Uasin Gishu County. PHOTO | JARED NYATAYA | NATION MEDIA GROUP In Summary We want to develop structures where regions are responsible for deeds of their athletes.
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