ADAK Clears 120 Athletes for High-Stakes World Championships Trials

NAIROBI, Kenya – June 4, 2025
Kenya’s road to the World Athletics Championships is heating up as the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK)—acting in its role as Athletics Kenya’s medical board—has officially cleared 120 elite athletes to compete in the upcoming national trials set for July. The green light comes after a series of intensive injury screenings and anti-doping compliance checks, underscoring Kenya’s commitment to clean, high-performance sport.

A Race for National Glory

The July trials are more than just another competition—they are the final and most critical step in determining who will wear the national colors on the global stage. With reputations on the line and Olympic dreams within reach, the trials are expected to deliver electrifying performances from Kenya’s top track and field stars.

“This is about more than just speed—it’s about integrity, discipline, and national pride,” said an ADAK spokesperson. “Every athlete stepping onto that track has earned their place through rigorous evaluation.”

Clean Sport, Clear Focus

ADAK’s clearance process, conducted in close coordination with Athletics Kenya, included thorough medical evaluations and stringent doping tests—part of a broader effort to uphold Kenya’s international reputation in athletics, which has at times been clouded by doping controversies in past years.

By ensuring that only fully fit and compliant athletes compete, the federation is reinforcing a powerful message: Kenya will only send clean, credible contenders to the world stage.

What’s at Stake

The trials are set to feature some of the country’s most celebrated names in athletics, alongside rising stars eager to claim their spot on Team Kenya. Typically, winners in each category earn automatic qualification for the World Championships, with selectors also considering strategic wildcard entries to round out the squad.

“This is where legacies are made,” said a veteran athletics analyst. “We’re not just selecting runners—we’re selecting medal hopefuls.”

Eyes on the Podium

As anticipation builds, Kenyan fans and sports officials alike are hopeful that this carefully vetted team will bring home not just medals, but a renewed sense of integrity and dominance in global athletics.

With trials just weeks away, the countdown has begun—and the race to represent Kenya on the world stage is officially on.