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Chemnung bags 10,000m national title in rain-soaked showdown

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Loice Chemnung during the 2025 Kenya Prisons Service inter-regional athletes, Darts and Chess Championships at Ulinzi Sports Complex June 6 2025. [Jonah Onyango Standard]

Kenya Prisons Services' Loice Chemnung powered to her maiden national 10,000m title yesterday, overcoming heavy rain and tough competition at the Athletics Kenya National Championships held at Ulinzi Sports Complex.

The 27-year-old stamped her authority early, pulling away from the pack to win in a commanding 31:39.09, a performance that not only earned her the crown but also renewed her hopes of representing Kenya on the global stage. "This is a big milestone for me," said Chemnung.

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