Kenya's junior Baseball5 and Judo teams jet back from Dakar Youth Olympics

The Baseball5 team enjoyed an impressive run in the group stages, registering victories against France in their opening match before overcoming Mexico and Syria to book a place in the semi-finals.

However, their quest for a place in the final was halted by defending world champions Cuba, who handed Kenya a defeat in the last four.

Kenya's hopes of securing a bronze medal were also dashed after losing to Mexico in the third-place playoff, leaving the team with a commendable fourth-place finish.

Meanwhile, in Judo, Kenya's Rael Kulova's hopes of securing a podium finish did not materialise, bringing her Olympic campaign to an end without a medal.

Kulova, however, remains optimistic of bouncing back stronger in upcoming international competitions as she continues her journey in the sport.

The experience in Dakar is expected to provide valuable lessons for the young Kenyan athletes as they seek to build on their performances and make an even greater impact on the international