The 2017 World Cross Country Champion, Irene Chepet Cheptai beat the reigning Commonwealth Games 3000m steeplechase champion, Jackline Chepkoech in the 10km senior womens race at the Iten Cross Country Meeting held on Saturday (03) at Iten Grounds, Elgeyo Marakwet County.
The 30 year-old cut the tape in a time of 34:52.0 with the 2021 World U20 3000m steeplechase Champion coming home in second in 35:19.4. The 1500m specialist, Millicent Kemboi closed the podium three finishes in 35:30.9.
Elgeyo Marakwekt County, Doris Jerop and Zenah Jeptoo from the Nandi County finished in fourth and fifth place in a time of 35:35.8 and 35:53.0 respectively.
LEADING RESULTS
10km Senior Women
- Irene Cheptai 34:52.0
- ackline Chepkoech 35:19.4
- Millicent Kemboi 35:30.9
- Doris Jerop 35:35.8
- Zenah Jeptoo 35:53.0