President William Ruto has congratulated Kenyan athletes Enoch Tuitoek and Abigael Kosgei after they won gold medals in the 3,000m and 2,000m steeplechase events, respectively, at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
The two athletes delivered impressive performances to secure Kenya’s two gold medals at the international sporting competition, boosting the country’s medal tally and standing at the Games.
In a congratulatory message, President Ruto praised the athletes for their achievements, saying their victories had strengthened Kenya’s position in the competition.
“Well done Enoch Tuitoek and Abigael Kosgei for winning the 3,000m and 2,000m steeplechase, respectively, at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games,” Ruto said.
He further thanked the athletes for adding two gold medals to Kenya’s medal tally and encouraged Team Kenya to maintain its winning momentum.
“Thank you for adding two gold medals to Kenya’s basket and strengthening our ranking at the Games. Keep shining Team Kenya!” he added.
The victories underline Kenya’s continued presence in international athletics, particularly in distance running and steeplechase, disciplines in which the country has established a strong competitive tradition.
Kenya’s performance at the Dakar Games will be closely watched as the country’s young athletes seek to showcase their talent on the international stage.