President Uhuru Kenyatta’s remarks over the weekend on possible ease of coronavirus restrictions have left athletics coaches hopeful of a return to gainful employment after being rendered jobless by the closure of camps and clubs. Athletics fraternity from Nandi County, led by County Chief Sports Officer Ken Tanui, coaches John Chumo and John Kosgei say this is a move in the right direction. “Our athletes will ensure they adhere to the new regulations to protect themselves from contracting Covid-19,” Tanui said. Most of the Kenyan professional athletes have signed contracts for these events and need to train adequately if they are to participate, Tanui said. “I make sure I follow the government guidelines to avoid contracting Covid-19,” Kipruto said on the phone.

Source: The Star May 26, 2020 01:52 UTC