Kenya’s Sprinting Stars Shine with Historic 400m Sweep Ahead of World Championships

Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya’s rising dominance in sprinting took center stage at the Ulinzi Sports Complex as three elite athletes shattered the 45-second barrier in a high-octane 400m final, securing their spots at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

George Mutinda of the Kenya Police Club claimed the national title with a lightning-fast 44.51 seconds, followed closely by Brian Tinega (44.67s) and Kevin Kipkorir (44.97s), all clocking personal bests and meeting the stringent qualification standard.

“I am so excited to have qualified,” said an elated Mutinda moments after crossing the finish line. For Tinega, the race was a personal triumph. “Indeed, it was one of the toughest races I’ve ever run,” he admitted, citing recent struggles with fatigue. Kipkorir, a former relay team member, attributed his success to collective inspiration: “The relay team’s success gave me confidence today. I thank God for helping me seal this qualification.”

The gripping 400m final headlined a day of standout performances, including fierce battles in the women’s 800m and the men’s 1500m. Athletics Kenya officials lauded the event as a turning point, underscoring Kenya’s expanding footprint beyond long-distance dominance into global sprinting relevance.

With Tokyo on the horizon, Kenya’s newfound sprinting firepower signals a new era—one that blends endurance tradition with explosive speed, positioning the country as a growing force on the world stage.