Organizers of the Great Chepsaita Cross Country have announced the fourth edition of the race will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at the Chepsaita Grounds in Turbo, Uasin Gishu County.
The announcement was made under the theme “One Race. Countless Possibilities. A Future Full of Promise,” with organizers saying the event remains a celebration of talent, resilience and education.
When was Great Chepsaita Cross Country established
The Great Chepsaita Cross Country was established in 2023 by its patron Farouk Kibet and is now one of only two World Athletics Cross Country Tour Gold label events in Kenya, alongside the Sirikwa Classic.
The inaugural edition held on December 2, 2023, was won by Ishmael Kipkurui in the men’s race and Edinah Jebitok in the women’s race.
Later, the race was upgraded to Gold status in 2024 with the second edition on December 7, 2024, attracted over 9,000 runners and was won by Samwel Masai Chebolei (30:49) and Uganda’s Loice Chekwemoi (34:32).
Who won Great Chepsaita Cross Country third edition?
The third edition on December 6, 2025, was its biggest yet, drawing athletes from 41 nationalities and offering a Ksh 20 million prize purse.
It was won by Matthew Kipruto and Dorcus Chepkwekoi.
Beyond athletics, the race runs under the “Run for Education” initiative, where proceeds fund scholarships for vulnerable children in Turbo.
Organizers award scholarships to top finishers and have previously established a holiday training camp for young athletes.
Elite winners at the Great Chepsaita Cross Country pocket Ksh 750,000.
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