Kenya runner's death highlights pressures faced by female athletes

Devoted to sports from an early age, many lack the necessary education to manage their finances, the four-time New York marathon champion said, putting them at risk of being used as "cash cows" by greedy spouses.

In this file photo taken on May 30, 2019 Kenya's Agnes Jebet Tirop celebrates after winning in the women's 5000m during the IAAF Diamond League competition (AFP)

By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

The death of Kenyan running star Agnes Tirop has thrown a spotlight on the pressures faced by the country's female athletes who pay a huge -- and often tragic --

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Kenya runner's death highlights pressures faced by female athletes

Devoted to sports from an early age, many lack the necessary education to manage their finances, the four-time New York marathon champion said, putting them at risk of being used as "cash cows" by greedy spouses.

In this file photo taken on May 30, 2019 Kenya's Agnes Jebet Tirop celebrates after winning in the women's 5000m during the IAAF Diamond League competition (AFP)

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