Jackson was bashed after ‘arrogantly’ jogging during the 200m heats at the Tokyo Olympics, which led to her elimination, something she now says left her mentally broken. Jamaican sprinting star Shericka Jackson, one of the fastest women in history, has candidly addressed the immense pressure that comes with representing her nation on the global stage. …
Yohan Blake has struggled over the last couple of years performance-wise due to a series of injuries that have hampered him, but has explained why he is still not ready to quit the sport. Jamaican sprint legend Yohan Blake, known as the second-fastest man ever in both the 100 meters (9.69 seconds) and 200 meters…
Mathew Letyo, a 35-year-old man from Keinget, Nakuru county, was allegedly shot and killed by the police who raided his house Letyo's wife, Cynthia Chepkemoi, recounted the night of the raid, claiming that her husband was shot after trying to ask what the raiders wanted. The family is seeking justice following the murder of their…
FKF elections, scheduled for December 7, is generating heat with presidential candidate Hussein Mohammed hitting out at the Electoral Board over ‘lack of transparaceny.’ Football Kenya Federation (FKF) presidential aspirant Hussein Mohammed has called into question the transparency of the Electoral Board overseeing the elections. The board was announced on September 26 with the election…
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto has condoled with the families of the four students from Dr Aggrey Boys’ High School who tragically lost their lives in a road accident. The unfortunate incident which occurred along the Wundayi-Mwatate Road on Saturday, February 1, 2025, claimed the lives of a parent who had gone to pick up…
Kenya Harlequins RFC snapped a 12-year wait after emerging winners of the 2024 national rugby sevens circuit following the conclusion of the series on Sunday in Nakuru. Quins sailed through after accumulating 110 points to lead the standings followed by Kabras Sugar with 105 points and former title holders KCB who placed third with…
On Friday, October 17, Kenyan newspapers reported extensively on the rise and fall of former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua after the Senate voted to impeach him. Daily newspapers noted how the embattled politician met his end in an impeachment trial in the Senate. Daily Nation Rigathi Gachagua was removed as deputy president of Kenya on…
Amid controversy over sportswashing and human rights, Saudi Arabia has been confirmed as the host for the 2034 World Cup. World football governing body FIFA has confirmed Saudi Arabia as the host nation for the 2034 Men’s football World Cup. The announcement came after a vote at the FIFA Extraordinary Congress meeting on Wednesday, marking…
The Kingdom of Morocco considers itself in no way concerned by the European Union Court of Justice’s Friday ruling on the agricultural and fisheries agreement. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates,has emphasized that the Kingdom was not involved in any phase of the proceedings. “Morocco is not a party to this…
Yohan Blake disclosed he was unwell on the day he threatened Usain Bolt’s world record in 2012 and revealed the special meal he ate that made him post a faster time despite his condition. Yohan Blake has recounted his 100m race at the 2012 Lausanne Diamond League Meeting where he threatened Usain Bolt’s world record….
Junior Starlets coach Mildred Omari Cheche instructs her charges against Ethiopia during their African Qualifiers FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2024 match at Ulinzi Complex in Nairobi on May 19,. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche is optimistic that her charges will give a good account of themselves in the 2024 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup…
The Stars must win both matches to stand a chance and hope Cameroon does them a favour Bob Oyugi believes Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat must execute a tactical masterclass to stand an outside chance of qualifying to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Already, pressure is building up ahead of the do-or-die…
Harambee Stars will not participate in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after another poor campaign Kenya, under Engin Firat, has won once, lost twice and drawn twice, which will not be enough to qualify TUKO.co.ke takes a look at the national team's record under the Turkish coach and why it's time for…
Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat has criticized refereeing decisions following Harambee Stars’ 4-1 loss to Cameroon in AFCON qualifiers. Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat has slammed the referees following Kenya’s 4-1 loss to Cameroon in a one-sided Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier played at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in Yaoundé on Friday…
Faith Kipyegon has shared a few tips with elite athletes on how they can conquer fan pressure and deliver in high-profile races. Having competed on the greatest stages in the world, Faith Kipyegon has shared tips on how to overcome pressure as an elite athlete. The three-time world 1500m champion is undoubtedly one of the…