President William Ruto has extended heartfelt congratulations to athletes Beatrice Chebet and Peres Jepchirchir following their historic gold medal victories at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
Beatrice Chebet made headlines by clinching Kenya’s first gold medal of the championships in the women’s 10,000 metres, delivering a powerful performance that set the tone for Team Kenya’s campaign in Tokyo.
“Congratulations Beatrice Chebet for winning Kenya’s first gold medal at the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships in the women’s 10,000 metres. You have not only made us proud but also set the pace for Team Kenya in the tournament. Let’s keep the winning spirit alive, Team Kenya!” President Ruto said in a statement.
The Head of State also lauded marathon queen Peres Jepchirchir, who stormed to victory in the women’s marathon, adding another gold to Kenya’s growing medal tally.
“Well done to Peres Jepchirchir for winning the women’s marathon at the Tokyo World Athletics Championships. Your resilience embodies the Kenyan spirit and proves once again that Kenya rules the marathons. Another gold for our nation, another proud moment as you raise our flag high,” the President added.
The double triumph not only underscores Kenya’s dominance in long-distance running but also brings pride and unity to a nation that continues to shine on the global athletics stage.
Team Kenya now looks ahead with optimism as more athletes prepare to compete in the coming days, inspired by Chebet and Jepchirchir’s golden performances.
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