World marathon record holder Brigid Kosgei and former world marathon champion Geoffrey Kirui launched the inaugural Nakuru City Marathon today.
The race, which will be held on November 28th in Nakuru town was unveiled today by Nakuru County governor Lee Kinyanjui.
While unveiling the race, Stanbic Bank, as the title sponsor CEO Charles Mudiwa they have to sponsor athletes in Nakuru County.
Winners of the 21km will earn Ksh 500,000 while 10km will pocket kshs 100,000 for both men and women and the prizes will trickle down to 15th finisher.
There will also be a 5km fun race for families and corporate. I will run this race.
We welcome elite and upcoming athletes to participate in this race.
“We also welcome other sponsors to come on board to help nurture the talent of the youth in Nakuru County.
Also, a city must have character and culture. We want Nakuru to have a sport culture.