As the Olympics enter Day 12, Kenya has collected four medals. However, hope is not lost as more events, which are traditionally Kenya’s strongholds, are yet to take place.
This week’s events were filled with drama, from Amos Serem being pushed in the 3000m steeplechase to Faith Kipyegon’s disqualification and subsequent reinstatement in the 5000 meters.
Faith Kipyegon, a traditional 1500m runner, has qualified for the semi-finals and seeks to break her world record and achieve greatness at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
In the remaining days of this week, a few finals are lined up where Kenya still has hopes of collecting more medals.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024, Events:
- Men’s 3000m Steeplechase Final:
- At 10:43 pm (EAT), the Kenyan trio of Abraham Kibiwot, Amos Serem, and Simon Koech will lead the charge in an event that has been Kenya’s specialty.
- Men’s 5000m Heats:
- Edwin Kurgat, Jacob Krop, and Rodgers Kwemoi will aim to secure a place in the semi-finals at 11:00 am (EAT).
- Men’s 800m Heats:
- Koitatoi Kidali, Emmanuel Wanyonyi, and Wycliffe Kinyamal hope to punch their tickets to the semi-finals, which begin at 11:45 am (EAT).
- Men’s 400m Hurdles Semi-Finals:
- Wiseman Were will be in action at 7:52 pm (EAT).
- Women’s 1500m Repechage: 12:45 pm (EAT)
Kenya’s athletes are poised to deliver strong performances and potentially increase the country’s medal tally.
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