Kenyan champs Were, Chege show their might at Kip Keino Classic
National 400m hurdles champion Wiseman Were cruises on his way to victory in the men's 400m hurdles at Absa Kip Keino Classic on May 7, 2022.
What you need to know:
- Chege said the event is part of her preparations ahead of the Africa Senior Championships due for June 8-12 in Mauritius.
- Were clocked 50.10 seconds to win the men’s race, beating William Mbevi and John Gikonyo to second and third places in 50.62 and 51.75 respectively.
National 400m hurdles champions Wiseman Were and Jane Chege are this year’s Absa Kip Keino Classic 400m hurdles men and women’s winners.
Were clocked 50.10 seconds to win the men’s race, beating William Mbevi and John Gikonyo to second and third places in 50.62 and 51.75 respectively.
Chege led from the start, clocking 59.95 seconds to triumph and see off Diana Chebet to second place in 1:00.41 as Agnes Ngumbi came third in 1:01.29.
“I had prepared well though I had done so many races and my recovery was not good. I am still happy with the victory,” said Were
“My progress towards the Africa Senior Championships is steady and well. I'm looking forward to good competition.”
Chege said the event is part of her preparations ahead of the Africa Senior Championships due for June 8-12 in Mauritius.
