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World Mountain Running star Kiriago says he was inspired by Tokyo team

Philemon Kiriago crosses the finish line of the men's Classic 14km at the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Spain on Sunday September 28, 2025. [Courtesy]

The country’s sole gold medallist at the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships, which concluded in Spain on Sunday, has said he was inspired by Team Kenya’s success at the World Championships in Tokyo.

Philemon Kirago, who powered to the Classic Up and Down title at the Mountain Running show, said the motivation from the Tokyo squad, which bagged seven gold medals, two silver and two bronze in their heroic exploits, was alive in Spain.

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