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Kenya’s love affair with cross country running gained a beautiful new chapter as the nation’s young stars delivered a performance that was as elegant as it was overwhelming. In the U20 Men’s 8-kilometer race, Kenya did not just win — it owned the course, sweeping gold, silver, and bronze in a breathtaking display of talent, unity, and promise.

Gliding over the grass with calm confidence, Frankline Kibet emerged as the heartbeat of the race. Patient in the early kilometers and fearless when it mattered most, Kibet surged away in the closing stretch to claim gold in 23:18. His finish was not rushed, but assured — the kind of victory that announces a champion in the making.

Close behind him, Emmanuel Kiprono turned the race into a thrilling duel, stopping the clock at 23:20. He chased every stride with determination, refusing to let go until the final meters. His silver medal effort was a powerful reminder that within Team Kenya, competition is fierce and excellence is shared.

Then came Andrew Kiptoo Alamisi, whose brave and beautifully controlled run secured bronze in 23:28. As he crossed the line, history followed — Kenya had completed a flawless podium sweep, the national colors shining proudly at the front of the world.

Yet the magic did not stop there. One after another, Kenyan athletes poured across the finish line, filling all ten top positions. It was depth without doubt, dominance without noise. Every stride echoed years of tradition, discipline, and the quiet dreams born on dusty village paths and rolling highland trails

1 .Frankline KIBET (Kenya) —  23:18

2. Emmanuel KIPRONO  (Kenya)  —  23:20

3.Andrew Kiptoo ALAMISI (Kenya)  —  23:28

4. Andrew KIPTOO  (Kenya)  —  23:42

5. Abraham CHEROTICH (Kenya)   —  23:47

6. Brian KIPTARUS  (Kenya)  —  23:49

7. Daniel Kiprotich CHELOGOI (Kenya)  —  23:51

8. Edwin ELKANA (Kenya)   —  24:00

9. Solomon ANDIEMA (Kenya)   —  24:01

 10. Dan KIPYEKO   (Kenya) —  24:02

This was more than a race result; it was a promise. A promise that the future of Kenyan distance running is safe, strong, and already sprinting toward greatness. On the grass, under open skies, the young lions roared — and the world listened.

From the first step to the final kick, Kenya ran with grace, power, and heart. And once again, the road ahead looks golden.