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Sports heroes down on bended knee, begging for more

Kenya's beach volleyball player Gaudencia Makokha in action at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. [Kelly Ayodi]

When President William Ruto leads the nation in marking the 60th Mashujaa Day (Heroes Day) celebrations in Kericho today, chances of spotting world-class athletes in the crowds are high.

The 2023 Heroes Day national celebration is happening in a region that has produced world beaters in track and road racing.

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