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Jonathan Toroitich: Humble rally hero who captured the imagination of an excited nation

Jonathan Moi (right) and Ibrahim Choge celebrate after they finished eighth during the 555 Safari Rally at KICC on September 29, 1997. [File, Standard]

Growing up in privilege that comes with being a son of the Head of State, few expected Jonathan Toroitich to get literally stuck in the mud to thrill millions of Kenyans as a rally driver.

When the devastating news that Toroitich had rested in Nakuru broke yesterday morning, a whole country was united in grief with former President Moi’s family, as it paid homage to the self-effacing sporting hero who captured the hearts of many Kenyans.

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