Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour returns to Eldoret on Valentine’s Day with record prize money, World Athletics Gold Label status, and global stars for a world-class cross-country showdown.

World Cross champion Agnes Ng’etich and medalist Daniel Ebenyo headline a deep, youth-rich field at the 2026 Sirikwa Classic Cross Country Tour in Eldoret on Saturday, February 14.

The Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour in Eldoret has been hailed as a world-class athletics event following the conclusion of preparations, with officials highlighting its growing global stature and role in nurturing young talent.

Agnes Ngetich and Daniel Ebenyo claimed dominant victories at the Sirikwa Classic World Athletics Cross Country Tour Gold meeting in Eldoret, delivering thrilling elite performances.

Agnes Ngetich stunned the field with a dominant senior women’s win and Daniel Ebenyo clinched the men’s title at the Sirikwa Classic World Athletics Cross Country Tour Gold meeting in Eldoret, highlighted by elite performances and challenging race conditions.

NYS and KWS join the Athletics Kenya Cross Country Series, expanding the 2022–23 season with new races ahead of the national championships.

Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei explains the decision to rename the Agnes Tirop Cross Country to Sirikwa and the reasons behind the change.