Julius Yego, visible from waist up, smiles broadly as spreads his arms wide to raises a Kenyan flag wide behind himself after winning gold in the javelin at the 2015 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. He wears a r. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Nairobi has been chosen to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event will be held in Africa. The announcement has sparked excitement among African athletes and fans alike.
Ethiopian legend Haile Gebrselassie praised the decision, highlighting its significance for the continent. Kenyan athletes, including Ferdinand Omanyala and Janeth Jepkosgei, expressed their joy and the potential impact on future generations. Read more racing coverage.
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Kenya's capital will host the event, inspiring athletes and fans across the continent. Nairobi has been chosen to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event will be held in Africa. The announcement has sparked excitement among African athletes and fans alike.
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Runner World published this brief on September 16, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated September 16, 2026.
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