Kenya shines in Tokyo, secures second place on World Athletics medal table

Kenya’s success in Tokyo cements its place as a global athletics powerhouse.
Kenya continues to shine at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, ranking second on the medal table with a total of seven medals. The country has so far secured four golds, one silver, and two bronze.
The United States leads the standings with ten medals, including seven golds. Jamaica follows closely behind Kenya in third place with six medals, thanks to its strong performances in track events.
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Other countries in the top five include Canada, which has three golds, and New Zealand, which has earned two. Kenya’s success cements its place as a global athletics powerhouse.
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