Wesley Kipkemoi and Phena Yego clinched victory in the 2025 Iten 15km Road Race, held today in the renowned athletics hub of Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County. The event attracted over 1,000 runners, showcasing the region’s rich running heritage.

Kipkemoi led the men’s race with a time of 45:13.7, narrowly edging out Weldon Lagat (45:18.5) and Amos Kiprotich (45:19.4). Reflecting on his performance, Kipkemoi expressed, “I felt strong in the last two kilometres. I have been training around here for this event and I am happy to have emerged top. Winning here in Iten, where so many great runners train, … .”

In the women’s category, Phena Yego secured first place holding off a strong challenge from Catherine (51:26.8) and Cynthia Chepngeno (51:36.4). Yego attributed her success to ideal conditions and rigorous preparation, stating, “The conditions were ideal … .”

The Iten 15km Road Race continues to serve as a significant platform for Kenyan athletes to showcase their talent and prepare for international competitions.