Chepkoech nominated for IAAF athlete of the year award

Police's Beatrice Chepkoech strides in 3000meters Steeple Chase women finalist during Athletics Kenya National Trials held at Kasarani stadium on June 23, 2018. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

World Steeplechase record holder Beatrice Chepkoech is among 10 IAAF nominees for the Female World Athlete of the Year award.

In July, Chepkoech, who competes for Kenya’s national police service, smashed the world record crossing the finish line in 8:44.32.