Heristone Wanyonyi entered history books, winning first gold for the country in 10,000m race walk at the world U20 Athletics championships that is being held at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani.
Wanyonyi came to this race walk with a personal best of 45.47.5 and he did not disappoint as he ventured into the new territories destroying his own pb to cross the line with a new personal best of 42:10.84.
Wanyonyi, who completed his Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at Ortum Boys in April said that life has changed for the better after joining the camp where training facilities are available.
The two time Kenya Secondary schools Sports Association (KSSSA) 10,000m Race Walk silver medalist was full of joy for this great achievement.
“I was inspired by Dominic Ndigiti who won bronze for Kenya during the World U18 Championships. What Ndigiti did opened the way for most of us who love race walking. Becoming a world champion is testament that Kenyan athletes are diverse. this victory is not only mine but for the country at large.” said Wanyonyi.
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