Team Kenya departs as first contingent heads to 2026 Commonwealth Games

Team Kenya departs as first contingent heads to 2026 Commonwealth Games
Team Kenya departs as first contingent heads to 2026 Commonwealth Games - Kenyan powerlifter Hellen Wawira in action during the Tokyo Paralympic Games on August 26, 2021. (Photo: Team Kenya)
Kenyan powerlifter Hellen Wawira in action during the Tokyo Paralympic Games on August 26, 2021. (Photo: Team Kenya)

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National Olympic Committee of Kenya First Vice President Barnaba Korir acknowledged the expectations placed on the team but expressed confidence that the athletes are well prepared.

Team Kenya has officially begun its journey to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with the first contingent of athletes and officials departing the country as final preparations gather pace ahead of the competition.
The opening delegation, which left overnight, comprises four para-powerlifting athletes led by Hellen Wawira and three team officials. More athletes and officials are expected to depart over the next two days, while the final batch will leave for Scotland on July 23.
Kenya will be among the nations competing at the Commonwealth Games, scheduled to run from July 23 to August 3, with the team hoping to improve on previous performances and maintain the country's strong reputation on the international stage.

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National Olympic Committee of Kenya First Vice President Barnaba Korir acknowledged the expectations placed on the team but expressed confidence that the athletes are well prepared.
"The pressure is always there because the expectations are very high. We want to do well in the Commonwealth. The competition is very important to us because we are part and parcel of the Commonwealth countries after being ruled by the British colonisers for many years, and they have still stuck together," said Korir.
Korir noted that the Games will also play a significant role in preparing Kenyan athletes for future global competitions, particularly the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

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"This competition will also help our athletes as we continue building up towards the coming Olympics in Los Angeles. We are sure that our athletes are focused, unlike before when some of our top athletes did not take it seriously, but now you can see some of our stars will take part," he added.
He further said the government's decision to enhance prize incentives for medal winners has provided additional motivation for athletes to excel in Glasgow.
"Remember also the government has taken the initiative to support the winners by enhancing the prize structures so that the athletes know that if they do well, they are also going to have something as a gesture of being celebrated by Kenyans," Korir said.
With the first delegation already on its way and the remaining athletes set to depart in phases, Team Kenya will be looking to make a strong impression in Glasgow and lay a solid foundation for future international competitions.
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