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Obiri wins on return from maternity leave

Hellen Obiri wins the women's 5000m finals 37th edition of Kenya Defence Forces Athletics Championship at the Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani stadium on April 27, 2016.[PHOTO:DENNIS OKEYO]

Hellen Obiri gave birth nine months ago, but that did not show on Day One of Kenya Defence Forces Athletics Championships yesterday at Kasarani.

Obiri, who is a former World Indoor champion, won the 5000m race with ease.

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