Runner's Tribe

London, April 21, 2024: The 2024 London Marathon unfolded amidst ideal weather conditions, attracting a record-breaking 50,000 runners to the highly anticipated event. Surpassing all expectations, a staggering 500,000 individuals vied for participation, reflecting the enduring allure of this iconic race.

Nairobi, April 20 - The Kip Keino Classic, a distinguished fixture on the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold calendar, was graced with unexpected rain, adding to the charm of an already successful day. The warmth of the afternoon slowly gave way to a refreshing shower, blessing the final event with its presence.

Hellen Obiri's recent victory in the Boston Marathon is not just a personal triumph but a historic feat, making her one of only four women in the modern era of the World Marathon Majors to secure three consecutive wins. As the spotlight now turns to the upcoming London Marathon, all eyes are on formidable competitors Brigid Kosgei and Peres Jepchirchir, both eager to assert their dominance.

Faith Kipyegon, a globally acclaimed athlete with two world records to her name, has made a surprising decision to withdraw from the highly anticipated Xiamen Diamond League event, scheduled for April 20, 2024. Kipyegon's unexpected absence has left fans and fellow athletes disappointed, as she was widely expected to be a prominent contender at the event. Additionally, her withdrawal means she will also miss the upcoming Kip Keino Classic.

This Sunday's TCS London Marathon is poised for a riveting showdown as three of the swiftest women in the annals of distance running, alongside a constellation of elite road racers, prepare for what could be a historic event.

The men’s 1500 metres was one of the two most anticipated races at the just-concluded national championships in Adelaide (the other, the women’s 800).

Let'sile Tebogo, the Botswana sprinter who clinched the silver medal in the 100m event at the World Championships, is buoyant about the potential of African sprinters in the forthcoming track season leading up to the Paris Olympics in 2024.

The anticipation is palpable as the track and field world gears up for the commencement of the 2024 Diamond League season. On Saturday, April 20th, all eyes will be on China as the prestigious series opens its doors at the Xiamen Diamond League.

Femke Bol, the renowned athlete from the Netherlands, has affirmed her participation in the forthcoming Roma 2024 European Athletics Championships, where she will strive to retain her crown in the women’s 400m hurdles. Scheduled to unfold from June 7th to 12th, these championships mark a significant event in the world of track and field.

Adam Bishop, the General Manager of Growth and Development for Athletics Australia, joins the show to talk about their new junior initiative, Next Athletics. Adam goes into detail the research that went into developing the program, what it aims to do in driving physical literacy and participation for children aged 3-12 years old, the format and how it will engage their motivation, how parents get involved and the plans for future expansion.