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Chepkemboi will be first Kenyan woman to compete in javelin at Worlds

Javelin athlete Irene Chepkemboi in action during a previous competition at the Nyayo National Stadium. [File]

In less than ten days, one Kenyan woman will be taking to the Tokyo World Championships a gigantic dream.

Javelin thrower Irene Chepkemboi will be the first Kenyan woman to compete at a competition of that stature.

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