Sha’Carri Richardson reflects on the unforgettable moment her grandmother, Betty Harp, took her first flight to support her. If your grandmother is willing to conquer her fears and take her first-ever flight, you know the moment is monumental. For Sha’Carri Richardson, that moment came in June 2021 at the U.S. Olympic Trials when Betty Harp…
Olympic champion Noah Lyles will be hoping to carry his 2024 momentum into the 2025 season as he looks to defend his world titles in the 100m and 200m. Olympic champion Noah Lyles is exuding confidence as he sets his sights on dominating the track once again. Fresh off a remarkable 2024 season, where he…
Usain Bolt has shared his lingering dream of running under 19 seconds, reflecting on his career’s near-perfect moments and challenges. On the day when Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt stepped off the track for the final time the world celebrated the unparalleled career of the eight-time Olympic gold medalist. Yet, seven years into retirement, the…
The list of the highest paid sports women in 2024 has been released and there are major surprises while a number of big names are missing. Female athletes raked in millions of dollars in prize money and endorsement deals this year, but there was no place for track and field stars yet again in the…
Both Fraser-Pryce & Thompson-Herah were teammates for a long time at MVP under Stephen Francis’ guidance, but their rise to becoming world class sprinters naturally created animosity between the two. Iconic Jamaican sprint coach Stephen Francis has provided rare insights into the strained relationship between sprinting legends Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah that ultimately led…
The 2018 Milano Marathon champion has filed a contempt case against her ex-husband over alleged defiance of court property orders. Former Commonwealth 10,000-meter champion Lucy Kabuu has filed a court application seeking to have her ex-husband, Jeremiah Maina, jailed for contempt. Kabuu accuses Maina of violating court orders regarding the division and management of their…
Kenya Members of Parliament in action at the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) games in Bujumbura, Burundi. [File, Standard] Several Tanzanian Members of Parliament have been injured after they were involved in a road accident while traveling to Mombasa for East Africa Community Parliamentary Games, Alego Usonga MP Samwel Atandi has said. Speaking at Nairobi Railway Terminus,…
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Deputy President and Presidential candidate Doris Petra has rallied FKF delegates to vote for her as the new president in the FKF election set for tomorrow, Saturday 7, December 2024. Petra, leading the team blue ticket with Nick Mwendwa as deputy says she is the best candidate to succeed outgoing…
‘World fastest man’ Noah Lyles thrives in 2024 with Adidas and top sponsorships fueling his athletic and cultural impact. American sprint star Noah Lyles has captured the world’s attention with his lightning-fast performances on the track, dazzling charisma and vibrant personality. As the reigning 100-meter Olympic champion and one of the fastest sprinters alive, Lyles…
Mwihia lauds local production of macadamia edible oils which can positively contribute to halving Kenya’s Kshs 200 billion annual edible oils import bill The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Dr Andrew Mwihia has disclosed that the Government has adopted a consultative engagement approach with agri-business players to foster accelerated agricultural transformation for…
Jamaican sprint sensation Shericka Jackson has mixed feelings about the expectations placed on her by Jamaicans and even sprinting greats like Usain Bolt. Jamaican sprinter Shericka Jackson, often hailed as the Caribbean nation’s “sprint queen,” has expressed mixed feelings about the lofty title as she continues her quest for an Olympic gold medal. Despite her…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce on rediscovering purpose, overcoming challenges, and finding her ‘why’ after a tough Paris Olympics withdrawal. Jamaican sprint queen Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has opened up about finding her ‘why’ and embracing new challenges in the wake of her bittersweet 2024 season, which culminated in a heartbreaking withdrawal from the Paris Olympics 100m semifinals. Widely regarded…
Ambani, who was part of the squad that won their last league title in 1998, has thrown his hat in the ring for the chairmanship position ahead of their next club elections. Former AFC Leopards striker Boniface Ambani has unveiled an ambitious plan to rejuvenate the club and return it to its rightful place at…
Kenya Members of Parliament in action at the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) games in Bujumbura, Burundi. [File, Standard] Several Tanzanian Members of Parliament have been injured after they were involved in a road accident while traveling to Mombasa for East Africa Community Parliamentary Games, Alego Usonga MP Samwel Atandi has said. Speaking at Nairobi Railway Terminus,…
Australian teen star Gout Gout showed his remarkable talents once again when he obliterated the field to clock one of the fastest 100m times ever witnessed in the country. Australian teen sensation Gout Gout has showcased his immense talents once again following another scorching run in Brisbane on Thursday. The 16-year-old Brisbane youngster destroyed the…