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Uganda Faces Medal Setback as Star Runners Withdraw

9/4/2025

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Jacob Kiplimo and Joshua Cheptegei will not compete in the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo due to personal reasons.
Their absence impacts Uganda's chances for medals in the 10,000m and marathon events.
Athletics Uganda's president expressed disappointment but stressed the importance of respecting the athletes' privacy.

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Story summary

Jacob Kiplimo and Joshua Cheptegei will not compete in the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo due to personal reasons.
Their absence impacts Uganda's chances for medals in the 10,000m and marathon events.
Athletics Uganda's president expressed disappointment but stressed the importance of respecting the athletes' privacy.