Sirikwa Classic Ready for World-Class Showdown, Says CEO Barnaba Korir

Final preparations are complete for Saturday’s Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour Gold, with organizers expressing confidence that the event will deliver a thrilling global spectacle.

Speaking ahead of the competition, Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour Gold Chief Executive Officer Barnaba Korir said significant progress has been made to ensure the venue meets international standards.

“We have made remarkable progress toward the preparation of Saturday’s Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour. From key installations across the venue to the final touches on route preparation, every detail is coming together to deliver a truly world-class cross country event,” Korir said.

The Sirikwa Classic, part of the prestigious Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour Gold series under the global cross country circuit, has grown into one of the premier fixtures on the international athletics calendar, attracting elite athletes from around the world.

Korir noted that technical teams have worked tirelessly to ensure the course is both competitive and safe, promising a challenging terrain that will test endurance, speed and tactical brilliance.

“Our teams have worked around the clock to guarantee that the course is challenging, the set-up is seamless and the stage is ready for elite competition,” he said. “We are set, we are prepared and we look forward to welcoming athletes and fans for what promises to be a thrilling showcase of global cross country.”

Organizers have finalized route markings, hospitality areas, media zones and athlete facilities, ensuring the event meets global broadcast and competition standards. Security and medical response teams are also on standby to support participants and spectators.

The event is expected to draw top local and international runners, reinforcing Kenya’s reputation as a powerhouse in distance running while offering fans an opportunity to witness high-caliber cross country action on home soil.

With anticipation building, Korir reaffirmed the organizing committee’s commitment to excellence, saying the Sirikwa Classic will once again demonstrate Kenya’s capacity to host world-class athletics events.