Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made history as the first Ugandan to win the 2025 Chicago Marathon. Kenyan runners Amos Kipruto and Alex Masai finished second and third, earning millions in prize money.
Former Brazil and Barcelona star Dani Alves has been acquitted of rape by Catalonia’s High Court after spending 14 months in prison. The court cited flaws in the evidence, clearing him after 839 days behind bars.
Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi wins the 800m at the London Athletics Meet in 1:42.00, breaking the meeting record and defeating Marco Arop and Max Burgin.
Kenyan U20 footballer Aldrine Kibet completes a €6 million transfer to La Liga club Celta Vigo. The 18-year-old was a standout at St. Anthony’s Boys High School and Nàstic Academy.
Agnes Jebet Ngetich clocked 14:01.29 in the 5000m at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic, becoming the third-fastest woman in history.
