Uganda in rueful Riga campaign

A team of 14 represented Uganda at the event, which saw Jacob Kiplimo crowned men’s half marathon champion in 2019, and a bronze medal secured in the men’s half marathon team rankings.

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Peruth Chemutai in action during the women's 3000m steeple chess race during the 6th UAF athletics trial at Namboole, April 24, 2021. Photo by Michael Nsubuga

By NewVision Reporter

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Joy Cheptoyek’s sixth place in the women’s 5km finish was the highlight of a low-grade display by Uganda at the inaugural World Road Running Championships in the Latvian capital Riga

Uganda in rueful Riga campaign

A team of 14 represented Uganda at the event, which saw Jacob Kiplimo crowned men’s half marathon champion in 2019, and a bronze medal secured in the men’s half marathon team rankings.

Peruth Chemutai in action during the women's 3000m steeple chess race during the 6th UAF athletics trial at Namboole, April 24, 2021. Photo by Michael Nsubuga

By NewVision Reporter

Journalists @NewVision

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