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Faith Kipyegon dominates in Shanghai, wins 5000m Diamond League opener

Faith Kipyegon kicked off her 2026 season in style, winning the women’s 5000m at the Shanghai Diamond League in a world-leading time, edging Ethiopia’s Likina Amebaw in a tight finish.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-16 17:00:00
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29 after a suspected drug overdose in Los Angeles, leaving the NBA world in shock and mourning.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-05-13 09:29:35
Olympic champion Beatrice Chebet has announced she is expecting her first child, taking a maternity break through the 2026 season with plans to return to competition in 2027.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-06 15:39:47
Bukayo Saka’s first-half goal secured a 1-0 win over Atlético Madrid, sending Arsenal into their first Champions League final in 20 years with a 2-1 aggregate victory.
By Tania Omusale 2026-05-06 14:55:34
Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo has died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a highway in Washington, prompting tributes to his impact on Kenya's grassroots and women’s rugby.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-05 11:00:48
Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby as her 23-1 outsider Golden Tempo produced a dramatic late surge under jockey Jose Ortiz to beat favourite Renegade.
By Molly Chebet 2026-05-04 12:46:33
Kelvin Kiarie Ruhiu has won gold at the African Skating Championships in Cairo, adding to his recent gold and silver medals in Benin, a run that has since further elevated his profile.
By Tania Omusale 2026-05-03 12:17:52
Liverpool and Barcelona could meet in a pre-season friendly in Nairobi as part of their preparations for the 2026-27 campaign, according to This is Anfield.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-05-01 13:15:00
Sebastian Sawe presented President William Ruto with his signed record-breaking shoes from the London Marathon, turning a historic athletic feat into a lasting national symbol.
By Tania Omusale 2026-04-30 13:03:23
Sabastian Sawe has been celebrated at home and abroad after becoming the first man to complete a record-eligible marathon in under two hours, with President Ruto honouring him at State House.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-04-30 10:11:03
Sawe was celebrated at State House where Ruto awarded him Sh8 million, gifted him commemorative items and pledged a car, in recognition of his record-breaking marathon performance.
By Tania Omusale 2026-04-30 09:55:32
Sabastian Sawe says his historic sub-two-hour London Marathon win was not planned and admits he was surprised by the outcome, insisting he believes even faster times are possible.
By Tania Omusale 2026-04-29 15:55:02