×
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya’s Boldest Voice
The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
 |
Teenaged Bahrain steeplechaser Ruth Jebet was dramatically stripped of gold just before she mounted the podium on Saturday as the Asian Games athletics started in a storm of controversy.
The Kenya-born runner comfortably won but as she stood behind the podium, with China's Li Zhenzhu and India's Lalita Babar already wearing their medals, her disqualification was announced to the stunned stadium.
Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated on the latest developments and special offers!
join