Korir upbeat of world-class treat in Chepsaita Cross Country

The organizers of the annual Chepsaita Cross Country have announced the closure of registration for senior men and women and junior men and women’s categories.

Speaking on the Hot 96 breakfast show this morning, Athletics Kenya Youth Development Chairman Barnabas Korir said they have managed to register 600 athletes in each category as required by the world athletes, but for the kids and senior citizen categories, the registration is going on.

 “The senior and junior categories are full. We have achieved the numbers required by World Athletics, and the process has been smooth.

“We have heard athletes turning up in large numbers, and we still have registration going on for the kids and senior citizens,” said Korir.

Korir, who doubles up as the Athletics Kenya Nairobi branch chairman, praised the second edition's organizers, terming its growth as momentous despite the inaugural edition being held last year.

“This competition has really grown big, and it has been elevated to gold level because of the success in the first edition. We are looking forward to success this year and many more to come,” added Korir

The competition, slated for December 7, will feature former world marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge and Olympic Champion Faith Kipyegon.

“They are excited to come and support the initiative because they love to see education supporting the athletes' careers, and he is encouraging the athletes to go to school. That is why running for education is the theme,” stated the chairman.