Chebet, Kimosop Steal the Show at Betika Cross Country 2025 in Kericho
Kericho, October 12, 2025: The Betika Cross Country 2025 lived up to its billing yesterday at the Kericho Teachers Training College, drawing electrifying performances as hundreds of athletes, fans, and community members turned out for the latest leg of the Athletics Kenya/Betika Na Community Series.
In a fiercely contested Senior Women’s 10km race, Caren Chebet delivered a dominant performance, crossing the finish line in 33:27:63, ahead of Abigael Chepkoech who clocked 33:54:73, and Diana Chepkemoi, who wrapped up in 34:13:85.
The Senior Men’s 10km race saw Victor Kipmosop light up the Kericho course with a thrilling victory in a record time of 29:39:85, edging out Charles Kaguri (29:41:95) and Mathew Kipruto (29:47:88) in a breathtaking sprint finish that had spectators on their feet.
The Masters (50+ years) category proved that passion for running knows no age, as 52-year-old Kenneth Mungara stormed through the 2km course in 6:22:24, while 50-year-old Alice Chelangat showcased remarkable endurance, finishing in 7:17:28.
Winners in each category walked away with attractive cash prizes, with the 10km Men’s and Women’s champions each taking home KES 150,000, runners-up earning KES 100,000, and third-place finishers pocketing KES 75,000. The top 10 finishers in the 10km categories all received monetary awards.
In the Mixed Relay, the top team bagged KES 50,000, while KES 30,000, and KES 20,000, while in the Masters (50+ years) category, the top three finishers took home KES 30,000, KES 20,000, and KES 10,000 respectively.
“Today’s race was pure energy. From the young first-timers to the seasoned masters, everyone gave it their all. This is exactly why we invest in community sports. Kenya’s next generation of champions is being molded right here on home soil,” said Eric Mwiti, Betika Group Head of Brand.
Athletics Kenya officials praised the Kericho leg for its strong turnout and competitive depth, emphasizing that such regional events are crucial in discovering and nurturing fresh talent for both local and international competition.
The Betika Cross Country 2025 now heads to its next leg later this season, as the momentum builds toward the grand finale under the BingwaFest Season Two circuit.
