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AK names strong line up ahead of Doha despite stars missing out

Kenya's Geoffrey Kipkorir Kirui competes in the men's marathon athletics event at the 2017 IAAF World Championships in central London on August 6, 2017. [AFP]

Athletics Kenya selected a mix of experienced and young stars to the 17th IAAF World Athletics Championships that run Doha, Qatar, on September 28 – October 6.

The team includes two world champions in Edna Kiplagat and Geoffrey Kirui. Despite many top marathoners showing no interest in the global event, AK managed to fashion a strong team.

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