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Maxine Wahome

Maxine Wahome is a Kenyan racing driver and a former motocross rider.

The 26-year-old started her career as an autocross participant before venturing into motocross.

In June this year, she made her debut at the Safari Rally Championship - the toughest rally in the universe.

Hellen Wawira Kariuki

Hellen Wawira Kariuki is one of Kenya’s most successful powerlifting athletes.

She was introduced to the sport by ex-Kenyan international Gabriel Magu during a medical check up at the Kijabe Hospital.

Wawira is among the sportspersons who made Kenya proud during the 2022 season.

Eliud Kipchoge

Eliud Kipchoge is a Kenyan athlete currently specializing in the marathon. 

He has a well-decorated career as an athlete dating back to 2003 when he won his first major race. 

Amos Kipruto

Amos Kipruto is a Marathon runner and bronze medalist. He is also the training partner to men's marathon world record holder, Eliud Kipchoge.

On October 2, 2022, Kipruto won the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) London Marathon title in his first appearance clocking 2:04:39.

Ruth Chepngetich

Ruth Chepngetich is one of the most decorated female athletes in Kenya. 

Chepngetich, who trains at the Ngong Hills, has won almost everything there is to win in road races.

The 2019 World Athletics Championship gold medalist has enjoyed fine form this year, winning nearly all the races that she took part in.

Peres Jepchirchir

Peres Jepchirchir is a long-distance runner who features in road running competitions.

Although injuries made her withdraw from major competitions this year, Jepchirchir produced stellar performances in the few races that she graced.

Faith Kipyegon

Faith Kipyegon is a Kenyan known for her prowess in the 1500 metres race. 

Since her entry into the athletics arena in 2010, Kipyegon has had a decorated career with several titles to her name. 

Michael Olunga

Micheal Oganda Olunga is a Kenyan professional footballer currently plying his trade with Qatar Stars League’s side Al-Duhail. 

Olunga, 28, has been instrumental in Al-Duhail’s recent success in Qatari football as the club’s talisman.