Twanisha ‘Tee Tee’ Terry withdraws from Kip Keino Classic
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Reading Time: 2min | Thu. 16.04.26. | 16:47
In a statement shared on her social platforms, the Olympic champion addressed the confusion surrounding her participation
American sprint star Twanisha Terry will no longer compete at the upcoming Kip Keino Classic, dealing a blow to what had been shaping up as a thrilling 100m women’s contest in Nairobi.
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Terry, popularly known as “Tee Tee”, had initially been confirmed among the elite athletes set to headline the Friday, 24 April event. However, she has now clarified that she will not be making the trip to Kenya.
In a statement shared on her social platforms, the Olympic champion addressed the confusion surrounding her participation.
“Hey, everyone! Posts are circulating that I was confirmed for Kenya. I was adamant and looking forward to competing at the Kip Keino Classic this year.
Unfortunately, I will not be in attendance. When the time comes, I’ll be sure to share my competition schedule with you all,” she wrote.
The 4x100m relay gold medalist from the 2024 Paris Olympics had been one of the standout names in the women’s sprint lineup. Her absence now reshapes the field, which still features a strong American contingent alongside Kenyan hopefuls.
Terry has been a key figure in Team USA’s relay dominance in recent years, contributing to multiple global titles, while also establishing herself individually in the 100m.
Her expected appearance had added significant international appeal to the Nairobi meet, especially with fans eager to see her race on African soil.
Her withdrawal comes as athletes continue fine-tuning their schedules early in the season, with many prioritising fitness, travel logistics, and competition planning ahead of a packed global calendar.
Despite the setback, the Kip Keino Classic is still set to deliver a high-quality spectacle, with organisers promising a historic edition staged under floodlights for the first time.
Meet director Barnaba Korir has previously urged fans to turn out in large numbers, emphasising the importance of strong local support in elevating the event’s global standing.
“We are asking Kenyans to come out and cheer so that we can elevate this event to a high level. We are looking forward to hosting even bigger competitions like the World Championships and the Diamond League, which are in the pipeline.
We cannot secure such events unless we demonstrate our capacity to organise high-profile competitions. We now have the infrastructure, and it is up to us as Kenyans to show up. The world is watching the turnout and public interest,” Korir said.