Kenya's Rhonex Kipruto reacts after winning in a past Diamond League competition. The 10km World Record holder’s career bore the hallmarks of a fast-rising star who would continue the country’s dominance in athletics. Everything seemed perfect until May 11, 2023 when the 24-year-old star was suspended over suspected irregularities in his Athlete Biological Passport (ABP). From a World Record to two world medals and a Diamond League race title, a decorated Kipruto has lost a sizable number of titles in his career. In Kipruto’s case, Berihu Aregawi of Ethiopia, who is the second fastest man in the distance, will likely be the 10km road World Record holder, if the best mark is taken away from the Kenyan star.

Source: The Star June 07, 2024 08:30 UTC