Kipkosgei, Jelangat win inaugural Absa City Run in Eldoret

Cornelius Kipkosgei Konor and Betty Jelangat claimed victory in the inaugural Absa City Run Eldoret's men's and women's 10km races. The event, which took place at Absa Bank's Eldoret branch, featured competitors from across the region and showcased the city's charm. Konor crossed the finish line first, completing the race in 30:27.4, narrowly beating David Korichei's time of 30:34.8.

Mark Kipkoech secured third place with a time of 30:36.5. Jelangat won the women's race with a time of 34:43.7, outpacing Leah Jekwemoi, who finished at 34:49.5, and Sharon Kiptugen, who came in third with a time of 35:50.4. The race brought together hundreds of elite athletes, amateurs, and the general public to celebrate community, wellness, and prosperity.

Absa Bank Kenya organized the event as part of a week-long centenary celebration in Eldoret, highlighting the bank's commitment to community support, healthy lifestyles, and community-building. The event also included various categories such as the 5km and 3km fun runs, attracting a diverse group of participants. Absa Bank Kenya's Director of Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Mwihaki Wachira, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support and participation, emphasizing the event's role in promoting health, wellness, and community connections.

Uasin Gishu County Chief Officer for Youth Affairs, Sports, ICT and Innovation, Robert Kemei, commended Absa for investing in athletics and creating opportunities for athletes to compete. The Absa City Run – Eldoret Edition marked the conclusion of a week-long centenary celebration, which included customer engagements, community outreach, stakeholder forums, colleague recognition, and sporting events across Uasin Gishu County.