Prize money earned by top athletes at seventh edition of Kip Keino Classic revealed
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As part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold series, the Kip Keino Classic offers a standardized prize structure across its 12 core disciplines
The seventh edition of the Kip Keino Classic delivered more than just thrilling action on the track, as top athletes walked away with impressive prize money following a night of world-class performances at the Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, 24 April.
Held under clear Nairobi skies, the Continental Tour Gold meeting brought together global stars who did not disappoint, lighting up the 18,000-seater stadium with standout displays across the programme.
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Home favourite Ferdinand Omanyala once again rose to the occasion, reclaiming the men’s 100m title emphatically.
The African record holder recovered from a slow start to clock 9.96 seconds, securing his second sub-10 run of the season and reaffirming his strong early campaign following his 9.98 victory at the Addis Ababa Grand Prix.
South Africa’s Rivaldo Roberts crossed the line second in 10.12 seconds, with Canada’s Aaron Brown taking third place in 10.15 seconds.
American star Gabby Thomas delivered one of the standout performances of the meet, completing a commanding double in the women’s sprints.
She opened her account with victory in the 100m, clocking 11.01 seconds to edge out Cambrea Sturgis (11.15s) and Maia McCoy (11.18s).
Thomas returned later to dominate the 200m, storming to a world-leading 21.89 seconds.
The run not only secured her second win of the evening but also erased the previous meet record of 22.07 seconds set by Sha'Carri Richardson in 2023.
Away from the track, the financial incentives reflected the event’s growing stature.
As part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold series, the Kip Keino Classic offers a standardized prize structure across its 12 core disciplines.
Winners are guaranteed at least $5,000 (approximately Ksh 646,650), while second and third-place finishers earn $3,000 (Ksh 387,990) and $2,000 (Ksh 258,660) respectively.
The payout extends to all finalists, with fourth place earning $1,400 (Ksh 180,950), fifth $1,200 (155,100), and sixth $1,000 (129,250).
Seventh and eighth-place finishers receive $800 (Ksh 103,400) and $600 (Ksh 77,550), respectively.