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Javelin star Jepkemboi bows out but makes history

By Stephen Rutto | 1mo ago

Irene Jepkemboi competes in the women's javelin throw Group A qualification during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 19, 2025. [AFP]

Javelin thrower Irene Jepkemboi has postponed her ambition of a medal at the World Athletics Championships.

Despite bowing out of the medal contention after finishing 13th with a 56.55m in her qualification group, Jepkemboi has achieved one dream of becoming the first woman to represent Kenya at the global showpiece.

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