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Athletics stars eye glory at Iten Marathon

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Athletes participate in 42 km race during 2023 Iten International Marathon in Elgeyo Marakwet County. [Peter Ochieng, Standard]

Upcoming athletics stars will on Sunday race for glory alongside their experienced counterparts at the third edition of Iten International Marathon.

Last year's champion Luke Kiprop, who is fresh from a strong 12th place in the 2024 Berlin Marathon in September, will not be in action in tomorrow's contest, meaning a new champion will be made in the men's full marathon.

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