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AS Roma fans before a Serie game between SS Lazio and AS Roma at Stadio Olimpico on September 21, 2025 in Rome, Italy. [Claudio Pasquazi/ Anadolu via AFP] French police arrested 101 Roma fans, some with weapons, in Nice on Tuesday, a day before the teams were due to meet in the Europa League, the local prefecture announced. A separate source told AFP that the Italian supporters were carrying sticks, shovels and knuckle dusters around the city centre on the French Riviera. The prefecture said that more than 400 police officers will be present for Wednesday’s group stage match. “Since…

  Liverpool’s French striker #22 Hugo Ekitike (L) vies with Southampton’s Irish defender #03 Ryan Manning (R) during the English League Cup third round football match between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on September 23, 2025. [AFP] Hugo Ekitike has apologised to Liverpool fans after he was sent off for removing his shirt following his late League Cup winner against Southampton — a celebration labelled “stupid” by manager Arne Slot. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp The 23-year-old new signing slid home Federico Chiesa’s pass five minutes from time to seal a 2-1 win over…

Silver medallist, Faith Kipyegon of Team Kenya (R), congratulates gold medalist, Beatrice Chebet of Team Kenya, following the Women’s 5000 Metres Final on day eight of the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 at National Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Tokyo, Japan. (Andrzej Iwanczuk/NurPhoto via AFP) A record number of nations won medals at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25 from 13-21 September, during the most impactful edition of the sport’s flagship event in history. A total of 53 nations made it on to the medal table after nine action-packed days of competition at the 20th running of the World Championships. This surpasses the previous…

Lillian Odira, who won the 800m women’s gold medal for Kenya, receives a heroic welcome at JKIA after returning to the country from the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Song and dance rent the air as Kenya’s heroes and heroines from the just concluded Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships jetted back into the country yesterday afternoon. The return of the world beaters made the historic Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)  a beehive of activity. Kenyans from all walks of life basked in splendour and glory as they delved into traditional songs and dance to honour quadruple…

Paris Saint-Germain’s French forward Ousmane Dembele reacts after receiving the Ballon d’Or award during the 2025 Ballon d’Or France Football award ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris on September 22, 2025. (Photo by Franck FIFE / AFP) Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d’Or on Monday as a reward for his starring role in the club’s Champions League triumph last season, while Spain’s Aitana Bonmati claimed the women’s prize for the third year in a row. Dembele, 28, edged out Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal to succeed Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri, who took the trophy in…

BM Security and M&Manus during day 1 of 12-Goal Kenya International Championships at Nairobi Polo club. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya overcame South Africa by one goal in the high profile 17-Goal-Kenya International to win the three-day tournament at Nairobi Polo Club yesterday. Kenya defeated the stubborn South Africans 8-7 to lift the title, which helped them maintain their winning streak in the international assignments this year. This was the fifth international assignment involving Kenyan sides this year. As was expected, Casimir Gross made a sterling performance for the Kenyan side. On their part, South Africa, who fielded one Kenyan player…

Faith Kipyegon (silver) congratulates Beatrice Chebet (gold) after the Women’s 5000m Final at the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships. (Photo: Andrzej Iwanczuk/NurPhoto) As attention shifts to 2027 action in Beijing, the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships remain among the best outings for Kenya in the global event. With a total of 11 medals, including seven titles, two silver and a similar number of bronze, Kenya was a proud African nation as it finished second globally just behind USA, which bagged 26 medals (16 gold, 5 silver and 5 bronze). /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none;…

Old Mutual Golf Tournament, overall winner Benard Mutua tees off in the par-five 9th hole at Machakos Golf Club, September 20, 2025.[Mose Sammy, Standard]  Home player, Benard Mutua, a golfer with a handicap of 20, overcame dry and demanding conditions to claim the overall title at the Old Mutual Golf Classic in Machakos. Mutua’s sterling performance earned him 41 stableford points, edging out a competitive field of 136 golfers. Despite the parched and long-playing course, Mutua, who travelled from Nyandarua for the event, celebrated his first major victory. “Winning today’s golf event here in Machakos was an incredible experience!” Mutua said.…

Kenya’s Lilian Odira celebrates winning the women’s 800m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, on September 21, 2025. [AFP] There were expectations of at least a medal in the women’s world 800m in Tokyo and the aspiration became a reality through an unexpected star. In one of the biggest surprises of the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships, Lilian Odira delivered gold for Kenya, pushing the country’s tally to 11 medals (seven gold, two silver and a similar number of bronze). Kenya finished second behind USA. Odira sprinted to her maiden world title in one of the most competitive…

The Nakuru ABC squad with coaches Lemid Thiong’o and assistant coach Moses Noor and chairman Samuel Nderitu (centre) after they were declared Inter Counties champions in Nakuru, on July 8, 2025. [Ben Ahenda, Standard] Defending champions Kenya Defence Forces won the third leg of the league championships as they seek to retain the title. The leg hosted at Madison Square Garden in Nakuru saw the soldiers amass unassailable 23 points to beat former champions Kenya Police with eight clear points. However, the policemen are still leading the table standings with 57 points ahead of the soldiers, who have 44 points…

Prime Bank Golf Day overall winner Munge Karoki, on September 21, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] It was a day of grit and impressive scores at the Prime Bank and Amicus Golf Day, where Munge Karoki delivered a stellar performance to claim the overall winner’s title. Playing off a handicap of 9, he amassed an impressive 40 stableford points, leaving the rest of the field in his wake. While delivering the winner’s speech, Karoki said; “My game is currently in great shape. I was hitting my irons nicely, the greens were receptive, and my four-ball was equally amazing. Thanks a lot…

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe poses during the medal ceremony following the 51st edition of the Berlin Marathon in Berlin, Germany win on September 21, 2025. [ AFP] President William Ruto on Sunday, September 21, congratulated Sebastian Sawe and Rosemary Wanjiru after the two athletes delivered a Kenyan double at the BMW Berlin Marathon. Sawe, 29, ran 2:02:16 in a solo effort that placed him among the fastest marathoners in history and within reach of the men’s world record. His victory came months after the death of world record holder Kelvin Kiptum. “Golden glory from our indomitable Sabastian Sawe! Hongera for conquering…

Kenya’s Lilian Odira the new 800m world champion, taking the title over from her Kenyan compatriot Mary Moraa. [Courtesy] Kenya’s Lilian Odira overhauled Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson to win the women’s 800 metres title at the world championships in Tokyo on Sunday. Odira set a championship record of 1min 54.62sec for victory, beating by 0.06sec the previous best set by Jarmila Kratochvilova of the then-Czechoslavakia in Helsinki in 1983. Published Date: 2025-09-21 13:53:13 Author: Source: The Standard

Kenya’s Rosemary Wanjiru wins Berlin Women Marathon on September 21, 2025. [Courtesy] Kenya’s Rosemary Wanjiru won the women’s race of the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, joining countryman Sabastian Sawe as a first-time winner of the event. Wanjiru’s unofficial time of 2:21:05 was 12 minutes slower than Kenyan Ruth Chepngetich’s world record time of 2:09:56, set in Chicago in 2024, and also well outside Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa’s course record time set in 2023. Published Date: 2025-09-21 13:14:58 Author: Source: The Standard

Kenya’s Rosemary Wanjiru wins Berlin Women Marathon on September 21, 2025. [Courtesy] Kenyans Sabastian Sawe and Rosemary Wanjiru won the men’s and women’s editions of the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, both breaking through for the first time in the German capital. Sawe finished in 2hr 02min 16sec in just his third marathon attempt, 11 seconds slower than his personal best set on debut in Valencia in 2024. “It was hard but I gave my best. I’m happy about my performance,” Sawe told Germany’s RTL network. Sawe’s time is equal ninth fastest in history, but fell outside the late Kelvin Kiptum’s…

https://www.tnx.africa/entertainment/article/2001529982/coster-ojwang-fisherman-bridging-luo-tradition-and-modern-sound Published Date: 2025-09-21 11:18:31 Author: Source: TNX Africa

Kenya’s Mary Moraa drinks from a bottle after the women’s 800m semi-final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 19, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) As the 2025 World Athletics Championships comes to a close in Tokyo, Japan today, three Kenyan women, Mary Moraa, Lilian Odira and Sarah Moraa are today carrying the heavy weight of delivering medals for an expectant nation. By this evening, Kenya will have undoubtedly confirmed its position as the powerhouse of athletics on the African continent. And the trio is looking to bring home the last set of medals at the…

Elizabeth Ochaka (L) of Junior Starlets challenge Mariam Namataka of Uganda Teen Cranes during their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Second-leg qualifier match at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on March 16, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya’s Rising Starlets will face off with Ethiopia today in the first leg of the second round of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers at the Abebe Bikila Stadium in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. They will be looking to secure away points to enhance their chances of advancing to the final qualification round where they will play the winner of the Tanzania and Angola…

Afrisend’s Phylippa Gulden and Gem Forest’s Simon Muchene, Chairman of Nairobi Polo Club, fight during the 12-Goal Kenya International Championships at Nairobi Polo Club. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyan players are ready to battle South Africans in a 16-goal Kenya International match at Nairobi Polo Club on Sunday.  The Kenyan team has Casimir Gross, Jamie Murray, Craig Millar and Archie Voorspuy, all handicaps 6, 4.5, 3.5 and 3.5, respectively. Casimir is Kenya and Africa’s top player at handicap 6.1.  The players all participated in the six-goal Kenya International match in composite teams, which was won by Tusker Malt at the same…

Nicholas Imbugwa on the 10th hole during the Khwitsi Kandi golf tournament at Karen Country Club, September 19, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Nicholas Imbugwa achieved a superb score of 42 stableford points to win a return air ticket to South Africa, courtesy of Kenya Airways, during the Mulembe Khwisti tournament at Karen Country Club on Friday. “Khwitsi Kandi” which means, “We are back again”, the Abaluhya community. This year, the KCC welcomed the society back following the success of last year’s tournament. Reflecting on his victory, Imbugwa praised the course, stating, “The course was in great shape, although the dry…

Boniface Munyendo celebrates after scoring for AFC Leopards in their opening Sportpesa League match against Sofapaka on Saturday. [AFC Leopards,X] AFC Leopards dropped two important points after being held to a 1-1 draw by Sofapaka at Ulinzi Sports Complex as day of draws was witnessed on Saturday in the Sportpesa League. Leopards, who are seeking to end their 27-year trophy drought, were held to a record-extending 11th draw by 2009 champions Sofapaka, who continue to be a thorn in the flesh for Ingwe. Batoto ba Mungu have registered 11wins out of their 34 previous meetings, while Ingwe have managed 11…

Kenya Police FC players Eric Zakayo (left) and Edward Omondi celebrate a goal against Mogadishu City during the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League campaign at Nyayo National Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Police kicked off their 2025-2026 CAF Champions League campaign on the front foot after thrashing Somalia champions Mogadishu City 3-1 Nyayo Stadium on Saturday. Eric Zakayo, Daniel Simiyu and Edward Omondi all found the back of the net for the Kenyan champions who took advantage of playing their away match right in front of their fans back at home in Nairobi. Somalia lacks a CAF-approved stadium that can host…

 Emmanuel Wanyonyi celebrates after winning the men’s 800m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 20, 2025. [AFP] Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi added the world crown to his laurels with a hard-fought victory in the men’s 800m in Tokyo on Saturday. Wanyonyi timed a championship record of 1min 41.86sec for gold, just four hundredths of a second ahead of Algeria’s Djamel Sedjati while defending champion Marco Arop of Canada had to settle for bronze in 1:41.95. Defending champion Marco Arop of Canada had to settle for bronze in 1:41.95 in a reshuffle of the podium places with…

Beatrice Chebet produced a devastating burst of speed to edge teammate Faith Kipyegon for victory in the women’s 5,000m in Tokyo on Saturday for a world championships double gold. Chebet, who last weekend won the 10,000m, clocked 14min 54.36sec for victory, depriving Kipyegon of her own 1,500/5,000m double bid by 0.71sec. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Published Date: 2025-09-20 15:54:35 Author: Source: The Standard

Chrispine Otieno (L) of Tusker FC contest for ball with Jack Onganya of KCB FC during their FKF Premier League match at Kasarani Stadium on September 19, 2025. KCB FC won 2-0.[Stafford Ondego, Standard] KCB FC kicked off the 2025-2026 Sportpesa League season on the front foot after securing a 2-0 win over Tusker FC in their opening match played on Friday at MISC Kasarani Stadium.  The Bankers showed intent early in the game and were rewarded in the first half when Boniface Omondi found the back of the net with a composed finish after meeting December Kisaka’s cross from…

Kenya Police FC players celebrate after scoring a goal during a past FKF Premier League match. [File, Standard] Kenya Police will launch their CAF Champions League campaign today when they welcome Somalia’s Mogadishu City at Nyayo Stadium from 4pm. The Kenyan champions are eyeing a place in the group stages as they continue to grow in confidence on the continental stage. Police made their debut in the continental games last year when they played in the CAF Confederation Cup, where they edged out Ethiopian Coffee 1-0 on aggregate in the first round before bowing out 3-1 to Egyptian giants Zamalek…

Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet celebrate during 2024 Paris Olympics. [AFP] Athletics charges leading Kenya’s chase for glory at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan step into a weekend that will define the country’s standing on the medal table. This afternoon, Kenya’s golden girls – defending champion Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet are, alongside women’s 10km record holder Agnes Ngetich, leading the hunt for medals in the penultimate stages of the global showpiece. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center; } .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top:…

Kiptum’s world record is under threat as Sawe races in Berlin The 29-year-old star is the fastest marathoner this year. Sabastian Sawe at the 2025 London Marathon. [AFP] The late Kelvin Kiptum’s 2:00:35 world record set in Chicago almost two years ago could be facing a major threat tomorrow at the 2025 Berlin Marathon. Sabastian Kimaru Sawe, the fastest marathoner this year, is in Berlin to attempt to rewrite history in the men’s marathon. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Running in a fast course, Sawe is expected to take to the start line his fine form this season and…

Mary Moraa and Britain’s athlete Georgia Hunter Bell react after competing in the women’s 800m semi-final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 19, 2025. [AFP] Kenya’s 800m women cast displayed brilliance as it sailed through to the final of the two-lap race in the ongoing Tokyo World Championships. Defending world champion Mary Moraa oozed class in Heat 1 of the semi-final, making clear her intention to defend her 2023 title in the final set for tomorrow. Moraa firmly controlled the pace, maintaining lead from the start of the heat that had Briton, Olympic 1500m bronze medallist Georgia…

Absa Bank Kenya tug of war team women’s captain Christine Andenga leads her charges in the on-going Interbak Games. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] 2024 Kenya Interbanks Games darts runners-up M Oriental Bank rallied from behind in the finals to clinch the tournament’s title at the KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka on Thursday. M Oriental Bank edged out National Bank of Kenya (NBK) 2-1 to secure the title in the bank’s second-ever appearance in the games. Joyce Mbaire darted the decisive last dart for M Oriental Bank to clinch the banking industry’s top darts sports honours. During the finals, NBK got off to…

The South Sudanese Longhorns and the Starlets were crowned men’s and women’s champions respectively as the inaugural Ask Foundation Basketball Tournament.[Nicholas Biwott,Standard] The South Sudanese Longhorns and the Starlets were crowned men’s and women’s champions, respectively as the inaugural Ask Foundation Basketball Tournament concluded in Nairobi Nyayo stadium. In the men’s final, Longhorns edged out Anyanya I with a narrow 74–69 victory in a thrilling contest that kept fans on their feet until the last seconds. Captain Marol Achei led by example, dropping 18 points, while forward Deng contributed 15, and Daniel Akweegara added 12. Their accuracy from the free-throw line…

Cricket Kenya (CK) CEO and Secretary to the Board Ronald Bukusi in a press Conference on Governance in CK on September 11, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The Cricket Kenya Board has postponed its special general meeting (SGM), which had been slated for this Sunday. The decision to delay the meeting means that the much-anticipated election of the federation’s vice chairman—its only agenda item—has also been moved forward. Under the revised timetable, the SGM will now be convened on October 19. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Cricket Kenya Chief Executive Officer Ronald Bukusi, in a notice to council members, stated that the…

World Cup and African 3,000m steeplechase champion Jairus Birech in past action. [File, AFP] The athletics fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the news that 3000m steeplechase star Jairus Birech had died on Thursday night. World Athletics vice president and Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei led the country in mourning Birech’s death. The late Birech is 2014 World Cup and African 3,000m steeplechase champion. He has been missing in action for seasons. His family confirmed that Birech passed away on Thursday night after a long period of illness. He last competed at the 2020 Guadalajara Marathon in Mexico. Follow…

Old Mutual Clubnite winner, George K’Ouma tees off in the par-five 10th hole at Thika Sports Club, September 17, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Home player, George K’Ouma beat a field of 237 golfers at his home course during the Old Mutual Clubnite at Thika Sports Club on Wednesday. K’Ouma, who is also the club’s vice captain, fired a score of 69 nett to star in the daylong tournament. Playing off a handicap of 16, he returned the winning score thanks to a competitive round within his flight, a testament to his skill and determination. “My motivation started the moment I…

Faith Kipyegon celebrates after winning the women’s 1500m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 16, 2025. [AFP] Kenya are hoping legend Faith Kipyegon and Emmanuel Wanyonyi deliver two gold medals on the penultimate day of the World Athletics Championships on Saturday. Kipyegon defends her title in the women’s 5,000 metres final, while Wanyonyi is looking to add world gold to his 800m Olympic crown. AFP Sport takes a closer look at their chances of success on a day when six gold medals are up for grabs: Men’s 800m final  A year on from the Paris Olympics,…

FC Barcelona’s former president Josep Maria Bartomeu leaves the Ciutat de la Justicia courthouse after a hearing on the ongoing FC Barcelona corruption case regarding alleged bribery payments to former refereeing chief, in Barcelona, on September 18, 2025. [AFP] Former Barcelona presidents Sandro Rosell and Josep Maria Bartomeu insisted Thursday that payments the club made to a former refereeing chief during their time at the helm were not corrupt, during a court appearance on Thursday. The club and some former officials are being investigated as part of the “Negreira case”, after they paid a company owned by Jose Maria Enriquez…

Sisters of late Argentine football legend Diego Maradona, arrive at the San Isidro court to attend a trial hearing for the death of their brother in Buenos Aires province on April 3, 2025. [AFP] Argentinian officials seized assets Thursday from two of deceased soccer idol Diego Maradona’s sisters, as well as his attorney and three other individuals, alleging fraudulent management of the player’s brand, according to a ruling obtained by AFP. An appellate court in Buenos Aires has indicted Maradona’s former lawyer, Matias Morla, and two of his assistants for suspected fraudulent handling of the player’s assets. Two of the…

Tusker FC head coach Charles Okere reacts during a past FKF Premier Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos County on March 29, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Tusker coach Charles Okere says the Brewers are ready to launch the 2025–2026 Sportpesa Premier League campaign with confidence after wrapping up a successful pre-season training camp in Kisumu. Tusker rounded off a week-long camp with a 2-0 win over Kakamega Homeboyz at Bukhungu Stadium, a result Okere described as timely before the opening match against KCB on Friday at Nyayo Stadium from 6pm. “We have wrapped up the camp with a…

Legend Japhen Kimutai with coaches and athletes at his Complete Sports Athletic Centre camp, Kaptagat area Eldoret City in Uasin Gishu County on September 18,2025. [Peter chieng, Standard] The stage is set for a thrilling school children’s cross-country in Cheptigit on Saturday. More than 300 potential athletes have been assembled for the inaugural event dubbed Cheptigit-German Cross Country Run, organisers have said. Schools, both primary and secondary, around Cheptigit in Kaptagat, Uasin Gishu will be fielding 20 cross country runners each for the inaugural competition. The competition will take place hours ahead of the 2025 Berlin marathon watch party sponsored…

Lina Akello attempts a putt during the Mug of the Month at Nyanza Golf Club on November 24,2024. [Washington Onyango,Standard] The 18-hole par 73 Kitale Golf Club will play host to the highly awaited 20th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour this weekend as top amateur golfers from around the country converge at the lush course for a competitive round. Over 150 golfers from the different clubs in the country have registered for Saturday’s event, which is expected to tee off at 6:30 am for the morning action, while the afternoon tee is scheduled for 11:30 am. The top…

Team Kenya boxer Shaffie Bakari in action at National Exhibition Centre in West Midlands Birmingham in United Kingdom before the 2022 Commonwealth Games, on July 26, 2022. [File, Standard] Kenya Defence Forces bantamweight boxer Dennis Muthama has done it again in the third leg of the National Boxing League in Nakuru. Muthama defeated the same boxer whom he dismissed in Mombasa in July during the second leg of the league championships. He defeated reigning national champion Shaffi Bakari of Kenya Police through a split points’ decision at Madison Square Garden on Thursday afternoon. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Shaffie…

KCB player in past action at Kasarani Satdium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] KCB is eyeing a fresh chapter as they begin the new season on Friday against Tusker at Nyayo Stadium from 6pm, under newly appointed head coach Robert Matano. The Bankers, who finished ninth last season with 42 points, have set their sights on a maiden league title with Matano tasked to deliver silverware for the Ruaraka-based side. Speaking during the team’s luncheon at the KCB Leadership Centre, coach Robert Matano said: “We have built a team that combines experience, energy, and ambition. The players understand the task ahead, and our…

Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho (L) holds up a Benfica jersey with his name together with Benfica president Rui Costa during his official presentation as new Benfica coach at the Benfica Campus training center in Seixal, on the outskirts of Lisbon, on September 18, 2025.  (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA / AFP) Benfica appointed Jose Mourinho as their coach on Thursday, with the Portuguese returning to work in his homeland, 21 years after leaving Porto for Chelsea. The 62-year-old, who also coached Real Madrid and Manchester United among other clubs, was sacked by Turkish side Fenerbahce in August after Benfica…

US’ athlete Bryce Hoppel (L), Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Spain’s Mohamed Attaoui compete in the men’s 800m semi-final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 18, 2025. (Jewel SAMAD / AFP) Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi underlined his growing reputation on the global stage after powering into the men’s 800 metres final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. The 19-year-old held his nerve in a tense semifinal, clocking 1:43.47 to secure second place behind Spain’s Mohamed Attaoui, who won the heat in 1:43.18. Jamaica’s Navasky Anderson also impressed, breaking his national record with 1:43.72 to claim the final automatic…

Kenya’s Mary Moraa reacts after competing in the women’s 800m heats during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 18, 2025 [Philip Fong, AFP] Defending champion Mary Moraa kept her title defence hopes alive at the 2025 World Athletics Championships after qualifying for the 800m semi-finals alongside compatriot Lilian Odira, while Sarah Moraa and Vivian Kiprotich bowed out. Moraa, who has struggled with form this season, secured a spot in the next round with a second-place finish in Heat 2, clocking 1:58.44. She crossed the line just behind France’s Anais Borgouin (1:58.43), with Slovakia’s Gabriela Gajanova third in 2:00.44.…

An emotional Julius Yego during final of the javelin throw at the ongoing World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after injuring his ankle. [Screengrab] Kenya’s Julius Yego saw his bid for a long-awaited World Athletics Championships medal end in heartbreak this afternoon after suffering an ankle injury during the men’s javelin final in Tokyo. The 2015 world champion, who was in resurgent form, produced a powerful second-round throw of 85.54m that briefly put him in medal contention. But his night came to an abrupt end when he appeared to pull up injured before his third attempt, forcing him out of the…

 Jamaica’s Bryan Levell (L) and US’ Courtney Lindsey react after competing in the men’s 200m semi-final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 18, 2025. [AFP]  Noah Lyles kept alive his bid to match Usain Bolt’s record of four consecutive world 200 metres titles as he scorched to the fastest time of the year of 19.51sec in the semi-finals on Thursday. There was Tokyo heartbreak though for Australia’s 17-year-old sensation Gout Gout, who missed out on what would have been a first senior final. There was no let-up from Lyles in his semi, as there often is with…

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy reacts during Kenya’s 2026 World Cup qualifier match against The Gambia at Kasarani Stadium on September 5 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya’s men’s national football team, Harambee Stars, has dropped two places to position 111 in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday. The slip comes after a mixed run in the September World Cup qualifiers at Kasarani. The Stars lost 3-1 to Gambia in a game that dented their hopes of playing at next year’s World Cup. The loss was particularly painful as Gambia were ranked below Kenya going into the match. The…

(From L) Lithuania’s Gabija Galvydyte, Ireland’s Sarah Healy, Germany’s Nele Wessel, France’s Sarah Madeleine, Italy’s Marta Zenoni and Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon compete in the women’s 1500m heats during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 13, 2025. [AFP] Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet, who have won world titles in the 1,500 and 10,000m in Tokyo this week, will face off in the 5,000m for the chance of a championships double. The Kenyan pair safely negotiated their 5,000m heats at the National Stadium on Thursday, with the final scheduled for Saturday. It will be Kipyegon and Chebet’s first clash since last year’s Paris…

Commonwealth ace Violet Luchendo of Absa Bank Kenya in training at Parklands Sports Club in Nairobi [Ochieng Oyugi, Standard] On Friday, Commonwealth Games ace and national second seed Violet Luchendo will be hoping to put her name in the annals of history as the first Kenyan to lead a women’s side to a ninth consecutive crowning and a men’s squad to a three-peat at the annual and ongoing Interbank Games in Nairobi. This is after leading the Absa Bank Kenya men’s team to a 4-0 win against Housing Finance Corporation of Kenya (HFCK) in the semis held at Parklands Sports…

APS Bomet suplicate just before their match against Kibera Black Stars in their NSL match at Jamhuri grounds. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The 2025-2026 SportPesa League season begins this weekend, and all eyes will be on the two newly promoted sides, Nairobi United and APS Bomet. While United will be preparing to face NEC FC from Uganda in the Caf Confederations Cup first round on Saturday, APS Bomet will be debuting against Shabana at Gusii Stadium on Sunday. For many years, the Premier League has been a difficult stage for teams coming up from the National Super League (NSL). Some shine…

Ian Mwangi (left) of Kahawa Boxing club and Johnathan Aroko of Kasarani Youth boxing club. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] With the league title headed for a two-horse race, teams are focused on the fight for slots in the two teams that will represent Kenya in the Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships to be hosted in Nairobi from October 15-25. League leaders Kenya Police and defending champions Kenya Defence Forces are the two protagonists likely to wrestle the league title, and boxers are keen to get the selectors’ nod. Equally, coaches are keen on having most of their players selected in the…

Kenya’s athlete Faith Cherotich celebrates winning the women’s 3000m steeplechase final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 17, 2025. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP) Kenya’s Faith Cherotich produced a storming final lap to snatch women’s 3,000m steeplechase gold at the World Athletics Championships, overhauling defending champion Winfred Yavi in a dramatic finish. The 21-year-old, who already boasts Olympic and world bronze medals, timed her kick to perfection at the National Stadium, crossing the line in 8:51.59, the fastest time ever recorded at a World Championships. “I believed in my kick. In the last 400, I said…

Third placed Kenya’s Reynold Cheruiyot (L), First placed Portugal’s Isaac Nader and Second placed Britain’s athlete Jake Wightman celebrate with medals and country flags after competing in the men’s 1500m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 17, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) Portugal’s Isaac Nader outsprinted Briton Jake Wightman to claim a surprise gold in the men’s 1,500 metres at the world championships today. Nader produced a devastating attack in the home straight to snatch victory in 3min 34.10sec, two-hundredths of a second ahead of 2022 world champion Wightman. Kenya’s Reynold Cheruiyot took bronze…

Reynolds Cheruiyot (2nd Left) and Timothy Cheruiyot (Right) and Brian Komen during trials for the World Athletics Championship at Ulinzi Complex in Nairobi on July 22, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] All eyes will be on former Under-20 champion Reynold Cheruiyot and 2019 world gold medallist Timothy Cheruiyot as the men chase glory in the men’s 1500m this afternoon. The Cheruiyots are on a mission to reclaim the 1500m glory in a star-studded final. Expectations are high. Reynold promised a change of strategy ahead of today’s finals. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp The athlete, who has recently transitioned to the…

FKF President Hussein Mohamed (left) and SportPesa CEO Ronald Karauri at the official launch of the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] KCB FC and former champions Tusker will kick off the newly renamed 2025–2026 SportPesa League will kick off this Friday at Nyayo Stadium from 6pm. Fans can expect fireworks both on and off the pitch as the new campaign begins with a record Sh20 million prize pool up for grabs. For years, league champions in Kenya have had to settle for a modest Sh5 million. That has now changed after Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein…

JKT Queens players celebrate scoring against JKU Princes during a CAF Women’s Champions League match played at Ulinzi Complex in Nairobi on September 05, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Tanzania’s Jeshi la Kujenga Taifa (KJT) Queens will represent CECAFA Zone at this year’s CAF Women’s Champions League set for November in Egypt. The Tanzanian women’s league champions secured their ticket to the continental championship after beating their Rwandese equals Rayon Sports FC 1-0 in the region’s qualifiers final played at Kasarani Stadium on Tuesday. Winfrida Gerald scored JKT Queens’ winning goal in the fifth minute of the game. With the victory,…

FIFA president Gianni Infantino [Fabrice Coffrini/AFP] FIFA is expanding its Club Benefits Programme (CBP) for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to recognise and reward a larger share of clubs than ever before for releasing players to represent their nations. The updated framework, outlined in a renewed memorandum of understanding between FIFA and the European Club Association (ECA) in March 2023, commits a record USD 355 million (Sh 45 billion) to club football in connection with the World Cup qualifiers and the finals. For the first time, the CBP will directly compensate every club whose players participate in FIFA World Cup 26™…

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed and CEO SportPesa Ronald Karauri grace the official launch of the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season in Kiambu County. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyan football entered a new era today after the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and gaming giant SportPesa unveiled a major boost in prize money for the country’s top league, tripling the champions’ reward from Sh5 million to Sh15 million. The announcement was made during the official launch of the SportPesa League name and logo in Nairobi, where FKF President Hussein Mohamed and SportPesa CEO Ronald Karauri revealed the new prize structure.…

Faith Kipyegon after winning the women’s 1500m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. [Andrej ISAKOVIC, AFP] Faith Kipyegon produced a trademark devastating last lap to win an unprecedented fourth world women’s 1,500 metres title in Tokyo on Tuesday. Faith, also three-time Olympic champion over the distance, timed 3min 52.15sec for another gold to add to her incredible medal haul that guarantees her place in the pantheon of the very best middle distance runners. Her fourth world title matched the record held by Morocco’s Hicham El Guerrouj, who won the men’s event between 1997-2003. Kipyegon’s teammate Dorcus Ewoi took…

Daniel Nyerere produced a memorable performance to beat a field of 250 golfers and claim the overall title at the Rana Golf Day held at Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu over the weekend. Nyerere carded an impressive 45 net to walk away as champion in the two-day event that drew the biggest turnout of the year. Speaking after receiving his trophy, Nyerere said his win was motivated by self-belief, especially after being underestimated by his flight mates. “My four-ball partners did not see me as a threat, but that only made me push myself harder. I challenged myself to prove…

Kyle Kiarie of Kenton College contest in the Boys 9 and Under in the breaststroke category during the Nairobi County Swimming Association Minnows meet at Kiota School. May 24, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Braeburn Swimming Club ruled the roost at the Nairobi County Swimming Association (NCSA) Level Two Championship held at Kiota School over the weekend. They were no match for their opponents, topping both the boys’ and girls’ standings in the second event of the 2025-2026 season. Braeburn, who had dominated most of the competitions last season, seemed to have regained it’s footing after being outshone in the first…

Kenya’s Faith Cherotich, Celestine Jepkosgei Biwot, Ethiopia’s athlete Alemnat Walle and Uganda’s athlete Loice Chekwemoi compete in women’s 3000m steeplechase heats. [Photo/AFP] Olympic bronze medallist Faith Cherotich is set for another grueling face-off with world champion Winfred Yavi, a Kenyan born Bahraini in the women’s 3000m steeplechase final tomorrow. Yesterday morning, the duo, alongside Olympic gold medallist Ugandan Peruth Chemutai won their Heats and booked slots in the race that headlines the Wednesday afternoon final. She qualified for the final alongside Doris Lemngole, who finished second behind Chemutai of Uganda in Heat 3 during round one yesterday. Pamela Kosgei’s battle…

Tusker Malt’s Joss Craig man of the match admires match cup after 6 Goal tournament at the Nairobi Pol;o Club on September 14, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] After a grueling Six-Goal-Kenya International match that was meant for moderate internationals, another one is in the offing for top notch players against visiting South Africans at Nairobi Polo Club this weekend. The match will be a 16-goal-international match that is purely reserved for handicap 2.5 players and 3 above, the first in Kenya’s polo history. It’s a match that has been tipped to be competitive, according to experienced polo experts. Veteran international…

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon reacts after competing in the women’s 1500m heats during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 13, 2025. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP) On Sunday, Faith Kipyegon did a test run in the women’s 1500m semi-final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships, which is entering Day 4 in Tokyo, Japan. But the stage has been set for what is shaping up to be a mouthwatering cat-fight in the final this afternoon. Kipyegon, a four-time world champion (three titles in 1500m and one in 5000m) is today plotting to reproduce another script in her illustrious career…

Harambee Stars goalkeeper Byrne Odhiambo Omondi has been named the LG/SJAK Sports Personality of the Month for August 2025, becoming the latest player to receive recognition for his outstanding performances with the national team. Omondi’s heroics during the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) in Nairobi earned him the accolade. The experienced shot stopper, now on the books of Gor Mahia, stood tall throughout the tournament, helping Kenya reach the quarterfinals before bowing out to Madagascar 4-3 on penalties. His displays, especially in the group stages, caught the eye of both fans and selectors. The highlight of his campaign came in the…

Absa Bank Kenya tug of war team women’s captain Christine Andenga (in front in all photos) lead the charges against rivals at the 39th edition of the Interbank Games currently ongoing in Nairobi. [Courtesy] They are strong, they are fierce, and they are dreaded! Like a Tsunami, they have swept all rivals to the sea, and are now on course to seal a fourth successive title. Ladies and Gentlemen, who will stop the magnificent Absa Bank Kenya ladies’ tug of war team that is literally on the rampage in the ongoing 39th edition of the Interbank Games in Nairobi? Clinical…

Willy Mastamet tees off on the par-five first hole during the “Tee off with Crown” series at Royal Nairobi Golf Club, on June 7, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Joseph Mathenge was the toast of the day as he braved biting cold at Limuru Country Club over the weekend to triumph at the final leg of the Tee-Off with Crown series.  Playing off a handicap of 12, Mathenge demonstrated remarkable skill and composure, finishing with an impressive score of 42 stableford points to claim the top prize. “It was an early start, 6:48 am to be exact, but being the first…

Fithawit Tsige (left) of Denden FC contests for the ball with Lucy Jira of Kenya Police Bullets FC during their Women’s Champions League Qualifiers at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, on September 10, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Police Bullets FC’s wait to make their Caf Women’s Champions League debut continues after they lost to Tanzania’s Jeshi la Kujenga Taifa (JKT) Queens in the semi-finals of the CECAFA Zone qualifiers at Kasarani Stadium. The Beldine Odemba-coached side lost 4-2 to JKT Queens in post-penalties after their match ended in a 1-1 deadlock in extra time. Police had taken an early…

Absa Bank’s Mwende Musyimi during the Kenya Institute of Bankers Interbank swimming competition at the Absa Sports Club. October 25, 2022. [File, Standard] ‘Backstroke Queen’ Valentine Mghoi proved peerless as she cruised through the waters to win the women’s 50m backstroke at the Kasarani Aquatic Stadium in Nairobi at the weekend. The Absa Swim Team captain clocked 49.15 to not only set a new Meet Record in the ongoing 39th edition of the Interbank Games in Nairobi, but also successfully defended her title for the fourth year in a row at the annual banking institutions sports. Mghoi further iced the…

Kenya’s Jacob Krop and Edwin Kurgat after the 5000m heats at the 2024 Paris Olympics. [Kelly Ayodi, Standard] Kenya’s attempt to reclaim the men’s 10000m world title came tumbling down yet again yesterday. The trio of former World Cross Country Under-20 champion Ishmael Rokitto Kipkurui, Edwin Kurgat and former world Under-20 5000m champion Benson Kiplangat were hoping to bring home the elusive gold medal in the 25-lap race. Kipkurui came close to the podium but finished fourth in yesterday’s final. Kurgat placed seventh in a race decided by powerful kicks in the final lap. The country will have to wait again until 2027 to end…

Mombasa Golf Club captain George Mokaya (left), LSK’s Debra Ajwang, Michael Sangoro and others with overall winner Joel Mochanga during the LSK golf tournament at Mombasa Golf Club, July 26, 2025. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] Most often in golf, victory depends on pure luck and this time, it fell on Joel Mochanga, who survived narrowly to retain this year’s Commander Kenya Navy trophy at the par 71 Sea-link Mombasa Golf Club over the weekend. Playing off handicap 4, Mochanga braved a close challenge after carding a countback score of 35 stableford points to emerge the KDFGA Division A winner. “It’s a great honour to be…

KCB Rugby players celebrate after winning the Dala Sevens and National Sevens Circuit on September 14, 2025 in Kisumu. [Washington Onyango, Standard] KCB Rugby are the 2025 National Sevens Circuit champions. The bankers were crowned champions after sealing a dominant season with victory at the Dala 7s, the final leg of the 2025 SportPesa National Sevens Series hosted by Kisumu RFC at the Mamboleo Showground. The Bankers secured the overall crown after edging Strathmore Leos 15-14 in a tense quarterfinal clash that doubled as the title decider on the points tally. Adding icing to the cake, the now five-time overall…

Absa Swim Team captain Valentine Mghoi on her way to defending Women’s 50m Backstroke gold in the Interbank Games at Kasarani Acquatic Stadium at the weekend [Courtesy] ‘Backstroke Queen’ Valentine Mghoi proved peerless as she cruised through the waters to win the women’s 50m backstroke at the Kasarani Aquatic Stadium in Nairobi . The Absa Swim Team captain clocked 49.15 to not only set a new Meet Record in the ongoing 39th edition of the Interbank Games in Nairobi, but to also successfully defend her title for the fourth year in a row at the annual banking institutions sports. Mghoi…

Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa (right) and Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir lead in the women’s marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, on September 14, 2025. [AFP] Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir produced a dramatic, lung-busting final 100m sprint to outpace Ethiopa’s Tigst Assefa for gold in the women’s marathon at the world championships in Tokyo on Sunday. The pair were neck-and-neck coming into the National Stadium after 41km run around the streets of Tokyo, the pace acclerating all the time. Jepchirchir, grimacing, tried to pull away, but former world record holder Assefa bolted down the back straight. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Then, come…

Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir celebrates as she crosses the finish line to win the women’s marathon at the Tokyo Olympics on August 7 2021 in Sapporo, Japan. [AP] At 1.30am on Sunday, the start gun will be going off and women marathon stars representing their respective nations will stomp the streets of Tokyo as they battle for the 2025 World Athletics 42km title. Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir will be anchoring Kenya’s quest for a gold medal as she races alongside compatriots at the Japanese capital. It was in Sapporo, Japan that Jepchirchir struck her 2020 Olympic gold medal in 2021. And on…

Gold medallist Kenya’s athlete Beatrice Chebet celebrates with her medal and national flag following the women’s 10000m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 13, 2025. [AFP] Kenyan fans have previously been accused of exerting unreasonable pressure on athletics stars to deliver medals on the first day of global championships. But on Saturday, one of the country’s golden girls, Beatrice Chebet gifted an expectant nation a gold medal on Day 1 of the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships. Chebet’s victory in the women’s 10,000m was phenomenal, and punctuated with grit and tactics. Follow The Standard channel on…

KCB’s Brian Wahinya (R) in action during Dala Sevens on September 12, 2025.[Michael Mute,Standard] KCB Rugby and Strathmore University Leos kept their hopes of winning the National Sevens Circuit title alive after qualifying for the quarter-finals set for today. The top two teams in the circuit this year both won their first two preliminary matches to book a place in the last eight with the bankers now one win away from winning a fifth title. KCB are top of the circuit with 104 points, nine points ahead of second placed Leos. The bankers need only 15 points to be crowned…

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon reacts after competing in the women’s 1500m heats during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 13, 2025.[ AFP] It was three-time champion Faith Kipyegon’s moment to make a statement in round one of the women’s 1500m at the World Athletics Championships which kicked off in Tokyo, Japan on Saturday. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center; } .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -40px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0), rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)); }…

Kenya’s Jacob Krop and Edwin Kurgat after the 5000m heats at the 2024 Paris Olympics.[Kelly Ayodi, Standard] When the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Champions enters day three on Monday, Kenya’s dream to reclaim glory in the men’s marathon is expected to highlight what is likely to be a fierce 42km contest in the Japanese capital. That assignment was handed to four men – Berlin Marathon runner-up Vincent Ngetich, Hamburg marathon third finisher Erick Sang, Kennedy Kimutai and Hillary Kipkoech, who are in Tokyo to carry the hopes of a nation seeking to stamp its authority, once again, in the marathon.…

Kenya Police Bullets FC players celebrate scoring against Kampala Queens of Uganda during their 5th edition of the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifiers at Nyayo National Stadium on September 05, 2025.[Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Police Bullets battle it out with Tanzania’s Jeshi La Kujenga Taifa (JKT) Queens in the semi-finals of the CAF Women’s Champions League Cecafa Zone qualifiers at Kasarani Stadium on Sunday. A victory for the Kenyan champions will see them inch closer to securing their ticket to the continental championship set for November in Egypt. However, they face an uphill task as they seek to…

Nairobi Polo club’s Alice Owambo at at the club. Feb 3, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] It was a tough match but they emerged victorious after using all tricks in their book to win the opening tussle of the Six-Goal- Kenya International match at Nairobi Polo Club on Friday. That was when Terra Agility Africa registered a slim 5-4 victory over Samurai in a tensioned packed scoring spree match to open the three-day competition on a high. Terra Agility Africa team of South African Martin Watson, Jamie Excel, Phyllippa Gulden and Alice Owambo were in a class of their own in…

Emily Kemunto of Kenya Police Bullets FC celebrates scoring against Kampala Queens of Uganda during the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifiers at Nyayo National Stadium on September 05, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The battle for the ticket to this year’s Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women’s Champions League Cecafa Zone qualifiers is down to the last four. Home champions Kenya Police Bullets FC lead three other champions in the hunt for the Zone’s lone ticket to the continental championship set for November in Egypt. Bullets topped Group with six points after winning their matches against Uganda’s Kampala Queens…

Nairobi City Thunder head coach Brad Ibs and assistant coach Rose Mshila during their Kenya Basketball Federation League match at Nyayo Gymnasium stadium. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Reigning Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Men’s Premier League champions Nairobi City Thunder will be out to get the job done when they take on Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) in game three of the best of five final. A win for Thunder who have a 2-0 lead after winning game one and two away in Mombasa will see them retain their title and extend their reign to two seasons in a row. Flawless Thunder will…

Menengai Oilers’ Daniel Chirchir and Kisumu RFC captain John Baraka in the first day of 2025 Kabeberi 7s at RFUEA grounds. Aug 6, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kisumu RFC will be playing for pride and redemption when the Dala Sevens, the final leg of the 2025 National Sevens Circuit, kicks off today at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo grounds. The Lakeside rugby outfit has endured a difficult campaign, managing only one point at last weekend’s Kabeberi Sevens  in Nairobi. But on home soil, they are determined to put up a fight despite landing in one of the toughest pools.…

Deaflympics men’s 1500m champion Ian Wambui Kahinga win the men’s 10000m category at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi to qualify for the 25th Summer Deaflympics set for Tokyo, Japan this November 15-26. [KSFD] Deaflympics men’s 1500m champion Ian Wambui Kahinga will be out for a triple glory at the 25th Summer Deaflympics slated for Tokyo, Japan on November 15-26, 2025. This is after he cruised to the tape to win the men’s 10,000m at the national trials that concluded at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi on Friday. Kahinga breezed to the tape in 30:46.5 for victory, beating Deaflympics bronze medalist…

South Coast Pirates unveil ex-KCB star Khadambi as new head coach.[Courtesy] South Coast Pirates RFC have confirmed the appointment of Tony “Lujesi” Khadambi as their new head coach ahead of the 2025/26 Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Championship season. Khadambi, a familiar name in Kenyan rugby, brings with him a wealth of experience both as a player and coach. His playing career saw him turn out for top clubs including Impala, KCB, and Homeboyz, as well as the Kenya U20 (Chipu) 7s side, where he captained the team. After hanging up his boots, he established himself as a respected coach, guiding Moi University Arsonists…

Daniel Kipchirchir of Kisumu RFC in action during Dala Sevens played on August 17, 2024 at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium. [Washington Onyango,Standard] Kisumu is buzzing with excitement as the countdown begins for the much-anticipated Dala Sevens that kicks-off on Saturday. The lakeside city is rolling out the red carpet for fans, players, and entertainers, promising a colourful festival of rugby and music at the Mamboleo Stadium and Kisumu Polytechnic grounds. This will be the first time since 2017 that Kisumu is hosting the season finale of the National Sevens Circuit, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Follow The Standard channel on…

Kenya’s Rayton Okwiri and Meshack Mwankemwa (left) of Tanzania in the middleweight division to claim the Ultimate Glory Fight title at Charter hall, Nairobi. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] World Boxing Federation (WBF) Africa middleweight champion Rayton Okwiri will face Uganda’s Kenneth Lukwamizi in a World Boxing Council (WBC) East and Central Africa super middleweight title fight in Nairobi on October 10. Okwiri, a former Africa Boxing Union super middleweight champion, said he was ready for the fight after a long lay-off. He admitted never having met the Ugandan boxer before but was fit and ready for the match. “This is a…

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Olympic champions Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet react after a race during the Paris 2024 Olympics. [AFP]  There will be hopes for double Kenyan delight in men’s 800m and women’s 1,500m through Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Faith Kipyegon at the world championships in Tokyo that get under way on Saturday. Despite having contested only three official races this year, albeit one in a world record time, Kipyegon is fancied to win a fourth world 1,500m title and draw level with Moroccan legend Hicham El Guerrouj. Olympic champion Wanyonyi headlines a crop of talented athletes in the 800m, with David Rudisha’s world record of…

Olympic champions Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet react after the victory ceremony for the women’s 5000m during the Paris 2024 Olympics. [AFP]  It is that time again for athletics fans to follow racing actions live. The World Athletics Championships is kicking off tomorrow in Tokyo, Japan. The last time a major athletics battle was staged at the Japanese capital was during the 2020 Olympic Games, an event that was staged in 2021. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center; } .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -40px; left: 0;…

Lady golfer Orpha Wamaitha follows her tee shot swing drive to the second green in a recent tournament at the Sea-Link Mombasa course. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] Over 130 plus golfers are set for the Commander Kenya Navy Tournament set for the par 71 Sea-Link Mombasa Golf Club on Saturday. This 18-hole stableford tournament is organized by Kenya Defence Force Golf Association (KDFGA). It brings together a diverse field of players from the home club, top amateurs across the country, business leaders, diplomats and other invited guests. Club captain George Mokaya said on Thursday the club has been working tirelessly to…

Cricket Kenya CEO and Secretary to the Board Ronald Bukusi (center) with board Members Pauline Njeru and Tariq Iqbal in a press Conference on Governance in CK. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The Cricket Kenya Board has terminated its contracts with a Dubai and India-based sports promotional outfit Arena of Sports, citing grave breaches of governance, including threats to stage the tournament in defiance of procedure. The unprecedented decision brings to a screeching halt plans for the competition, which had been scheduled to kick off on November 7. In a strongly worded statement, the Board said it reached the decision after concluding…

Deaflympics silver medalist Serah Wangari Kimani wins women’s 10000m category at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi on Thursday September 11, 2025 to qualify for the 25th Summer Deaflympics set for Tokyo, Japan this November. [KSFD] Deaflympics silver medalist Serah Wangari Kimani cruised to the tape in 41:04.5 to win the women’s 10,000m category in the national trials held at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi on Thursday. The victory secured the mother of two a spot at the 25th Summer Deaflympics, set for Tokyo, Japan, from November 15 to 26. Wangari was closely followed by Deaflympics double bronze medalist Nancy Kendagor…

Mary Moraa of Kenya celebrates after the Women’s 800m Final of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, Aug. 27, 2023.[FILE,Standard] When the 2025 World Athletics Championships kicks off in Tokyo on Saturday morning, Kenya’s hopes will be on its staple races. The country’s dominance in a number of middle and long distance races, although fiercely challenged by other athletics powerhouses, however continues to face major threats as the battle for the prestigious world medals intensifies. /* New modal style */ .fade-out-container { position: relative; background: none; top: -95px; padding: 4rem 0rem 2rem; text-align: center; } .fade-out-overlay {…

Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam celebrate his goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match against Seychelles at Kasarani Stadium on September 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Former Tusker striker Ryan Ogam has emerged as Kenya’s brightest hope for the future despite Harambee Stars’ painful exit from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The 20-year-old, who recently sealed a move to Austrian Bundesliga side Wolfsberger AC, scored three goals in two games for the Stars, underlining his growing reputation as one of Africa’s most exciting young forwards. Ogam’s moment came in a tough week for Kenya. He netted the lone…

KCB Rugby players celebrate after winning a match at Driftwood Sevens. [KCB Rugby] KCB RFC head to Kisumu this weekend with the 2025 National Sevens Circuit title firmly within their grasp. The Bankers, who lead the standings with 104 points, only need to reach the semi-finals at Dala Sevens to be crowned champions. They are sitting at the top nine points ahead of Strathmore Leos. Captain Bob Muhati, named the Most Valuable Player at last weekend’s Kabeberi Sevens, says the team is determined to seal the job. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp “Being MVP was special, but the real…

Kabras Sugar celebrate after winning Dala Sevens on August 18, 2024.[Washington Onyango,Standard] The 2025 National Sevens Circuit reaches its climax this weekend with the Dala Sevens in Kisumu, and all eyes are on Kabras Sugar as they seek to successfully defend the crown they won last year. Kabras lifted their first-ever Dala Sevens trophy in 2024 after a dominant 24-5 victory over Menengai Oilers at the Mamboleo Grounds. But history suggests the task will not be easy. Since the tournament began in 2003, only two clubs—Homeboyz and Mwamba—have managed to successfully defend the Dala title back-to-back. Mwamba achieved the feat…

From left :David omondi, Elvis Otieno, Drona Openda and Nick Mabuka are the new Mara Sugar FC players.[Ben Ahenda,Standard]  The players are joining the team from different outfits across the country for the 2025/2026 Kenyan Premier League season. The players are Elvis Onyango from National Super league side St Joseph’s of Nakuru, David Omondi of Stawisha Jamii and striker Nicholas Mabuka of premier league side Sofapoaka. Head coach Edward Monoah said his target in beefing was to ensure they improve on last season’s performance. “We didn’t want big names here because they belong elsewhere. Ours was to bring on board…