Uganda’s rising distance-running star Keneth Kiprop delivered another impressive performance on the international stage, winning the men’s 5,000 metres race at the FBK Continental Tour meeting in Belgium on Sunday.
Kiprop crossed the finish line ahead of a competitive field to secure gold and continue Uganda’s strong tradition in long-distance athletics. Fellow Ugandan athlete Dolphin Chelimo also produced a commendable performance, finishing third to claim the bronze medal and ensure Uganda had two athletes on the podium.
The result adds to a growing list of achievements for Kiprop, who has emerged as one of Uganda’s most promising distance runners in recent years. The 21-year-old has steadily built his reputation through strong performances in cross-country and track events, including a bronze medal in the 5,000m at the World Athletics U20 Championships and victories in major international cross-country races.
Uganda Athletics officials and fans celebrated the achievement, describing the double podium finish as further evidence of the country’s growing depth in middle- and long-distance running.
The FBK Games form part of the World Athletics Continental Tour, one of the sport’s premier international circuits that attracts elite athletes from around the world. The competition provides important opportunities for athletes to improve rankings, achieve qualification standards and gain experience against top international opposition.
Kiprop and Chelimo lined up in a highly competitive men’s 5,000m field that featured athletes from Europe, Africa and North America. Their podium finishes reinforced Uganda’s status as one of the world’s leading producers of distance-running talent.
The victory is expected to boost Kiprop’s confidence as he continues preparations for upcoming international competitions, while Chelimo’s bronze medal further underlines Uganda’s strength and depth in the discipline.
Athletics enthusiasts across Uganda congratulated the duo, hailing their performances as another proud moment for the country on the global athletics stage.
With established stars and emerging talents continuing to excel internationally, Uganda’s distance-running legacy remains firmly on track, and Sunday’s success in Belgium provided yet another reminder of the country’s growing influence in world athletics.