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Mutiso: From a humble life in Makueni to eyeing gold in Paris

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Alexander Mutiso crosses the line to win the men's race at the 2024 London Marathon on April 21. [AFP]

When Alexander Mutiso Munyao stormed to his maiden World Marathon Major victory in London last month, he proved his mettle that he was ripe to fly the country's flag at the 2024 Paris Olympics marathon.

To many athletics enthusiasts, Mutiso's name has not been featured among the strong points during discussions and debates on who would make the top three in the marathon squad to Paris.

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