American sprint icon Justin Gatlin has urged retired Jamaican Olympian Asafa Powell to complete a hitoric career milestone. American sprinting legend Justin Gatlin has called on his former Jamaican rival, Asafa Powell, to lace up his spikes one more time and achieve a career milestone that remains tantalizingly close. Powell, renowned for his blistering 9.72-second…
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah arrested during during protests in Nairobi. [Courtesy] Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah was on Monday, December 30, arrested along with several human rights activists during protests in Nairobi against alleged state-abductions. The demonstrations aimed to highlight cases of forced disappearances in the country. Despite multiple attempts by police to detain the vocal…
Defending champions Blue Blue retained their men’s crown as Kilifi Elite won the maiden women’s title at the tournament sponsored by Harambee Starlets ace Esse Akida’s foundation. Defending champions Blue Blue retained their title as Kilifi Elite won the first-ever women’s crown as the three-day Esse Akida Foundation tournament came to an end at the…
After clinching a gold medal in the 100m hurdle in her maiden Olympics campaign, Masai Russell is eying similar success in the 100m. Fresh off her spectacular triumph at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Masai Russell is setting her sights on a new challenge for the coming year. The 100m hurdles gold medalist, who dazzled the…
Soy United edged out home side Samitsi FC 1-0 in a closely fought out encounter to be crowned champions of the sixth edition of the Karamoja Super Cup, as Kimangeti Queens saw off Lwandeti Iron Ladies 2-0 in the Ladie’s category at the Samitsi Market Grounds, Malava, Kakamega County. Following their triumph, Soy…
Brtish sprint legend Linford Christie has explained why he did not like Carl Lewis back during their sprinting days. British sprinting icon Linford Christie has opened up about his disdain for American track and field legend Carl Lewis during their competitive days, citing Lewis’s larger-than-life persona and perceived ego as key factors. Lewis’s track record…
Defending champions Blue Blue retained the Esse Akida Football Tournament title after edging out Mekoan Fc 2-1 in the final played at Mkoroshoni Grounds,Kilifi. Blue Blue retained their crown after a hard fought 2-1 victory over Mekoan, while Elite won the women’s title with a 4-2 post-match penalty result over a resilient Majajani Queens….
Justin Gatlin has heaped praise on Usain Bolt, revealing his top five all-time greatest sprinters list, which also includes Asafa Powell. American sprinting legend Justin Gatlin has paid glowing tribute to his longtime rival Usain Bolt, declaring the Jamaican superstar as his number one in his all-time top-five sprinters list. Gatlin, whose battles with Bolt…
Defending champions Blue Blue have booked a slot in the final of the Esse Akida Foundation tournament, after edging out favorites Ubuntu 4-2 on post-match penalties following a 0-0 draw in regulation time. Ubuntu, who won the mixed version of the seven-a-side inaugural edition last year, will take on Mekoan in Sunday’s final,…
Although he is known more for dominating the 200m, an event he has christened as his ‘wife’, Noah Lyles found unprecedentedsuccess in the 100 meters in 2024. American sprinter Noah Lyles has cemented his legacy as the world’s fastest man, delivering a masterclass in resilience and speed at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Lyles, the reigning…
Sha’Carri Richardson has opened up on how her family has fueled her to succeed over the last couple of years. Reigning Olympic silver medalist Sha’Carri Richardson has revealed the pivotal role her family has played in her journey to becoming one of the world’s most celebrated sprinters. From the unwavering support of her grandmother Betty…
Arnold Origi is back in the Harambee Stars set up as a goalkeeper trainer as the side prepares for the Mapinduzi Cup When Arnold Origi last donned the gloves for Harambee Stars in November 2020 during their disappointing 2-1 loss to Comoros in the 2021 AFCON qualifiers, few would have predicted his return to the…
Faith Kipyegon has explained how her parent’s ‘tough love’ turned her into the legendary athlete she now is, citing several situations where her ‘mischief’ as a child subjected her to strokes of cane from her parents. From humble beginnings in the rural village in Kenya’s Rift Valley to shattering world records and amassing Olympic titles,…
Kibiwott Kandie eyes a strong 2025 season start in China after battling injuries and a challenging 2024. Kibiwott Kandie is looking to kickstart his 2025 season to a flying start as he toes the line for the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Half Marathon scheduled for January 5. He goes up against the likes of compatriots Stephen…
Olympic Champion Masai Russell is positioning herself to be an example emulated by the upcoming athletes and is embracing the challenge. Paris Olympic 110mH champion Masai Russell has said building a legacy in track and field will help her inspire the upcoming generation to trust in their abilities. She said while there are limited mentors the juniors can…