President William Ruto has extended his congratulations to Kenyan athletes Sheila Chepkirui for winning gold, Hellen Obiri for taking silver, and Vivian Cheruiyot for claiming bronze at the New York City Marathon.
"Your triumph cements Kenya’s place as a true powerhouse in athletics. We are immensely proud of you," Ruto said on X.
"Hats off to our phenomenal women’s team for an incredible podium sweep at the 2024 New York City Marathon."
He also congratulated Evans Chebet and Albert Korir for winning silver and bronze, respectively, in the men’s race!
Sheila Chepkirui claimed an emphatic victory at the 53rd edition of the New York Marathon on Sunday, running a time of 02:24:35.
Chepkirui led an all-Kenyan podium finish as defending champion Hellen Obiri came in second, clocking at 02:24:49, while Vivian Cheruiyot capped of the podium finishes in a time of 02:25:21.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen also congratulated the athletes.
"What an extraordinary performance from our ladies in the New York City Marathon today! They dropped everyone behind and made the race their own. Congratulations, Sheila Chepkirui, on winning the race on your debut," Murkomen said in a post on X.
"That finish was spectacular. Hellen Obiri and Vivian Cheruiyot, well done for coming 2nd and 3rd, respectively. Good job, Evans Chebet and Albert Korir, for finishing 2nd and 3rd respectively in the men's marathon. You put up a great fight to make it to the podium in a very tough field.
We are proud of you and all the other Kenyans who competed today."
