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Kenya’s top athletes eye glory, millions in New York City Marathon
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 30, 2025

Organised by New York Road Runners (NYRR), the marathon is one of the most lucrative road races in the world.

Bernard Chepkwony and Hellen Chepkorir triumph at 2025 Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 26, 2025

For the first time, the 42km race featured an exclusive finish line for elite runners at Uhuru Gardens, while the 21km and 10km races concluded at sep...

World Marathon record holder Ruth Chepng’etich handed three-year ban for doping violation
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 23, 2025

Her suspension, which began on 19 April 2025, will run until April 2028, with all results recorded after 14 March 2025 disqualified.

Nairobi Southern Bypass to close this weekend for Standard Chartered Marathon
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

Authorities have called on all road users to exercise patience, adhere to traffic instructions, and plan their journeys to ensure a smooth weekend for...

Former Chesumei MP and Boston Marathon winner Elijah Lagat dies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 30, 2025

Known for his commitment to dialogue and inclusivity, Elijah Kiptarbei Lagat consistently engaged with his constituents to ensure their voices were he...

Tanzania makes history as Alphonce Simbu wins men’s marathon gold at 2025 Tokyo World Championships
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

He unleashed a powerful sprint in the final 10 metres to edge Germany’s Amanal Petros, who also finished in 2:09.48, but had to settle for silver.

Eliud Kipchoge to skip 2025 World Athletics Championships, backs younger runners
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 21, 2025

Kipchoge made his World Championships debut in 2003 in Paris, stunning the world with a gold medal in the 5,000m at just 18 years old.

Benson Murkomen, Emily Chepkemoi win 2025 Nairobi City Marathon
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 06, 2025

The duo each walked away with Sh3.5 million in prize money with runners-up receiving Sh2.25 million and third-place athletes taking home Sh1.5 million...

KAA urges early travel as Nairobi Marathon shuts down key routes
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 05, 2025

KAA urged passengers to make early travel arrangements and consider alternative routes to avoid missing flights.

Nairobi Expressway, Waiyaki Way among major roads to close from Saturday for city marathon
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 04, 2025

With over 15,000 runners expected to participate, traffic disruptions will begin at 10 pm on Saturday, July 5, and continue until 2 pm on Sunday.

Rwanda’s Niyonkuru claims half marathon gold as Kenya’s Korir reclaims Kigali marathon crown
The New Times  |  Jun 08, 2025

Kenya dominated the full marathon categories, with Laban Korir reclaiming the men’s title in 2:18:26.

Kenya’s Kipngeno and Ndambuki sweep Genève Half Marathon titles
Erick Kariuki  |  May 11, 2025

Kenyan distance runners Leonard Kipngeno and Lucy Ndambuki stole the show at the 2025 Generali Genève Half Marathon, clinching top honours in the men’...

Sabastian Sawe and Assefa steal the show at 2025 London Marathon
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 27, 2025

Sabastian Sawe and Tigst Assefa lit up the 2025 London Marathon with commanding victories in the men’s and women’s races respectively. Sawe stormed to...

Sharon Lokedi smashes Boston Marathon record as she denies Hellen Obiri historic 'three-peat'
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 21, 2025

Obiri, who was eyeing a historic three-peat, finished second with a time of 2:17:41, her personal best time in the marathon.

Third time lucky as John Korir wins Boston Marathon
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 21, 2025

Korir emulated his elder brother, former Cherang'any MP Wesley Korir, by winning the 2025 Boston Marathon with a time of 2:04:45.

Hellen Obiri eyes Boston history; Ethiopian Sisay battles tough men's field
Reuters  |  Apr 20, 2025

Hellen Obiri will bid to become the first Kenyan woman to win three Boston Marathons in a row after picking up bronze at the Paris Games and finishing...

Why Boston Marathon is held on Mondays
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 20, 2025

The event did not officially allow women to compete until 1972, though female runners had unofficially participated beginning in 1966 despite breachin...

AI on the run: Robots join runners in historic Beijing Half marathon
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 20, 2025

The robots, ranging in shape and height from under 1.2 meters to as tall as 1.8 meters, were designed to mimic human running movements. Some of the ro...

Kamworor and Cherono win Rotterdam Marathon as Biwott shines in Paris
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 13, 2025

Geoffrey Kamworor and Jackline Cherono led Kenya’s charge at the 2025 Rotterdam Marathon, while Bernard Biwott impressed with a personal best to win i...

Eliud Kipchoge to make Sydney Marathon debut as race joins World Marathon Majors
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 14, 2025

Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge has confirmed his participation in the 2025 Sydney Marathon, set for August 31. The race, now an official Wor...

Kenyan marathoner Benson Kipruto set to defend Tokyo Marathon title
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 01, 2025

Kipruto won last year's race with a course record time of 2:02:16, leading a Kenyan sweep of the podium as Timothy Kiplagat and Vincent Kipkemoi finis...

Kenyan marathoner Careen Cheptoek handed two year ban for doping
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 25, 2025

The AIU has banned Careen Cheptoek (Kenyan) for 2 years from 19 February 2025 for presence/use of a prohibited substance (Methylprednisolone).

Vibian Chepkirui eyes historic third victory at 2025 Vienna City Marathon
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 19, 2025

The 30-year-old, fresh from winning the Kapsabet 15km Road Race, boasts outstanding performances on Austrian soil in 2021 and 2022.

Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo smashes world half marathon record in Barcelona
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 16, 2025

His blistering run shattered the previous record of 57:30 set by Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha in 2024 by a staggering 49 seconds, the largest single impr...

Ruth Chepngetich to Headline 2025 EDP Lisbon Half Marathon
Rama Mohammed  |  Feb 12, 2025

Kenyan marathon world record holder Ruth Chepngetich has been confirmed as the star attraction for the 2025 EDP Lisbon Half Marathon, set for March 9....

Matata shatters personal best to win Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 01, 2025

Alex Matata delivered a career-best performance at the 2025 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon, slashing 17 seconds off his personal best to claim victory i...

Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon: Jepkosgei eyes glory against Ethiopian contenders
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 30, 2025

Joyciline Jepkosgei is set to make her debut at the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon this Saturday, with a strong Ethiopian challenge threatening the cour...

Eliud Kipchoge to make grand comeback at 2025 London Marathon
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 17, 2025

Eliud Kipchoge will return to the TCS London Marathon on Sunday, 27 April 2025. The 40-year-old will face a strong field as he looks to prove he can s...

Dennis Kimetto's comeback falls short as Ethiopians dominate Dubai Marathon
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 12, 2025

Former marathon world record holder Dennis Kimetto made his return to the race circuit after five years, finishing 15th in the Dubai Marathon. The eve...

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