Mary Milanoi

The men's 800m event in 2024 redefined middle-distance running with athletes inching closer to Rudisha's 1:40.91 record. Young stars like Wanyonyi lead the chase, while others like Arop impress in unexpected races. Rudisha reflects on the impact of lucrative races and believes Wanyonyi has what it takes to break his record, leaving a lasting legacy in the sport despite personal setbacks.

Faith Kipyegon, triple Olympic gold medalist, will launch her 2025 Diamond League season in Xiamen, China. After a stellar 2024, including record-breaking performances, she aims for a historic sixth Diamond League title. Kipyegon reflects on her accomplishments, switching to longer races, and pays tribute to late runner Agnes Tirop.

Kenyan legend Hellen Obiri aims to make history at the 2025 Boston Marathon as a potential three-time champion. Despite training in both the US and Kenya, she faces strong competition and high expectations as the defending champion. Her ultimate goal is to secure a spot in Team Kenya for the World Championships in Tokyo.

Kenya's Shujaa are back in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series after a year-long absence. They earned promotion by defeating Germany. The team faces tough competition in Pool A at the Dubai 7s. Coaches and players are confident and ready to make a mark in the upcoming series.

Iten, known as the "Home of Champions," has produced numerous world-renowned athletes. Villages like Sing'ore and Korkitony have birthed stars such as Alice Kibor, Hellen Kimutai, Brimin Kipruto, and Raymond Yator. However, many athletes now identify more with training clubs than their villages.

Kenya's rich sporting history has been marred by inadequate sports infrastructure, a pattern of abandoned or incomplete projects, and mismanagement of funds. Former Sports CS Ababu Namwamba highlighted the need for a comprehensive masterplan to guide the development and maintenance of facilities.