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Kenyan marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday, complete with a water cannon salute for the aircraft he was aboard.
Sawe, the first person to break the fabled two-hour barrier in the marathon, was welcomed back to his country by his parents and Sports Minister Salim Mvurya, who hailed the runner’s accomplishment at the London Marathon as “a win for Kenya.”
Sawe pulled off the feat, which was long considered unthinkable, on Sunday when he won in a time of 1 hour, 59 minutes, 30 seconds. He bettered the previous men’s world record by 65 seconds.
Before disembarking upon arrival on Wednesday at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Sawe told The Associated Press he was proud to have “made a great achievement in life” and was planning to “try and lower the record further.”
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
He was adorned with a traditional wreath made from twigs to symbolise victory.
READ | Lowering the marathon mark: Researcher says sub 2-hour record could be reduced by 5 minutes
Traditional dancers sang his praises as he then climbed into a luxury government vehicle as part of the “heroic welcome” hailed by the sports minister, who said Sawe would be feted on Thursday.
His parents told The AP they knew their son was destined for greatness even as a child, and his mother recounted how he sprinted during bath time.
“He would run too fast. So, I would say to myself, this boy will shine for me one day,” Emily Sawe said.
His father recounted watching Sunday’s marathon at his brother’s house because his television lacked a clear signal.
“The moment my son pulled in front, I walked out and didn’t see him finish the race. I watched the replay afterwards. I was so happy, extremely happy. We screamed so much that now it is hard to swallow anything,” Simion Kiplagat Sawe said.
Sabastian Sawe was introduced to professional running by his uncle, Abraham Chepkirwok, who ran the 800 meters for Uganda at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Sawe won the Valencia Marathon in 2024, clocking 2:02:05. He went into Sunday’s race in London as the defending champion.
His father says Sawe is disciplined and determined: “Even now, he still says that record was not enough; he wants to lower it further.”
Published on Apr 30, 2026
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#Sabastian #Sawe #receives #heros #Kenya #World #Record #2hour #London #Marathon">Sabastian Sawe receives hero’s welcome in Kenya after World Record sub 2-hour London Marathon
Kenyan marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday, complete with a water cannon salute for the aircraft he was aboard.
Sawe, the first person to break the fabled two-hour barrier in the marathon, was welcomed back to his country by his parents and Sports Minister Salim Mvurya, who hailed the runner’s accomplishment at the London Marathon as “a win for Kenya.”
Sawe pulled off the feat, which was long considered unthinkable, on Sunday when he won in a time of 1 hour, 59 minutes, 30 seconds. He bettered the previous men’s world record by 65 seconds.
Before disembarking upon arrival on Wednesday at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Sawe told The Associated Press he was proud to have “made a great achievement in life” and was planning to “try and lower the record further.”
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday.
| Photo Credit:
REUTERS
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday.
| Photo Credit:
REUTERS
He was adorned with a traditional wreath made from twigs to symbolise victory.
READ | Lowering the marathon mark: Researcher says sub 2-hour record could be reduced by 5 minutes
Traditional dancers sang his praises as he then climbed into a luxury government vehicle as part of the “heroic welcome” hailed by the sports minister, who said Sawe would be feted on Thursday.
His parents told The AP they knew their son was destined for greatness even as a child, and his mother recounted how he sprinted during bath time.
“He would run too fast. So, I would say to myself, this boy will shine for me one day,” Emily Sawe said.
His father recounted watching Sunday’s marathon at his brother’s house because his television lacked a clear signal.
“The moment my son pulled in front, I walked out and didn’t see him finish the race. I watched the replay afterwards. I was so happy, extremely happy. We screamed so much that now it is hard to swallow anything,” Simion Kiplagat Sawe said.
Sabastian Sawe was introduced to professional running by his uncle, Abraham Chepkirwok, who ran the 800 meters for Uganda at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Sawe won the Valencia Marathon in 2024, clocking 2:02:05. He went into Sunday’s race in London as the defending champion.
His father says Sawe is disciplined and determined: “Even now, he still says that record was not enough; he wants to lower it further.”
Published on Apr 30, 2026
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
Kenyan marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday, complete with a water cannon salute for the aircraft he was aboard.
Sawe, the first person to break the fabled two-hour barrier in the marathon, was welcomed back to his country by his parents and Sports Minister Salim Mvurya, who hailed the runner’s accomplishment at the London Marathon as “a win for Kenya.”
Sawe pulled off the feat, which was long considered unthinkable, on Sunday when he won in a time of 1 hour, 59 minutes, 30 seconds. He bettered the previous men’s world record by 65 seconds.
Before disembarking upon arrival on Wednesday at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Sawe told The Associated Press he was proud to have “made a great achievement in life” and was planning to “try and lower the record further.”
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
A Kenya Airways plane receives a water cannon salute as it arrives with Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
He was adorned with a traditional wreath made from twigs to symbolise victory.
READ | Lowering the marathon mark: Researcher says sub 2-hour record could be reduced by 5 minutes
Traditional dancers sang his praises as he then climbed into a luxury government vehicle as part of the “heroic welcome” hailed by the sports minister, who said Sawe would be feted on Thursday.
His parents told The AP they knew their son was destined for greatness even as a child, and his mother recounted how he sprinted during bath time.
“He would run too fast. So, I would say to myself, this boy will shine for me one day,” Emily Sawe said.
His father recounted watching Sunday’s marathon at his brother’s house because his television lacked a clear signal.
“The moment my son pulled in front, I walked out and didn’t see him finish the race. I watched the replay afterwards. I was so happy, extremely happy. We screamed so much that now it is hard to swallow anything,” Simion Kiplagat Sawe said.
Sabastian Sawe was introduced to professional running by his uncle, Abraham Chepkirwok, who ran the 800 meters for Uganda at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Sawe won the Valencia Marathon in 2024, clocking 2:02:05. He went into Sunday’s race in London as the defending champion.
His father says Sawe is disciplined and determined: “Even now, he still says that record was not enough; he wants to lower it further.”
Published on Apr 30, 2026
Kenyan marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday, complete with a water…
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#Deadspin #Reports #Steve #Kerr #discussing #coaching #future #team #brass">Deadspin | Reports: Steve Kerr discussing coaching future with team brass
Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) with forward Draymond Green and head coach Steve Kerr against the Phoenix Suns during the closing seconds of the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr met with owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy on Monday for two hours to discuss his future with the franchise, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.
The meeting was productive, according to reports, despite many hurdles still to sort out. The three men will reportedly meet again next week.
Kerr is not under contract for next season. He has been Golden State’s coach for 12 seasons and has guided the franchise to four NBA titles (2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022). He has a 604-353 (.631) regular-season record.
However, the Warriors missed the playoffs this season when they lost a play-in game against the Phoenix Suns. It is the second time in three seasons that the team didn’t make the playoff field.
Also, the Warriors were 37-45 to finish below .500 for just the second time in Kerr’s tenure.
When Golden State was eliminated earlier this month, the 60-year-old Kerr understood it might have been his last game as coach.
“I still love coaching, but I get it,” Kerr told reporters. “These jobs all have an expiration date. There is a run that happens, and when the run ends, sometimes it’s time for new blood and new ideas.”
Adding to the situation is that longtime stalwarts Stephen Curry and Draymond Green may not want to go into a rebuilding or reloading phase under a new head coach.
Perhaps another element is Kerr’s penchant for speaking out on touchy political situations, typically expressed with the franchise banner and logo right behind him.
SF Gate reported last week that top-level members of the organization have not been happy with Kerr’s repeated comments — which include criticisms of President Donald Trump. The report said Kerr’s continued verbal attacks have caused “internal frustration.”
–Field Level Media
Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) with forward Draymond Green and head coach Steve Kerr against the Phoenix Suns during the closing seconds of the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr met with owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy on Monday for two hours to discuss his future with the franchise, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.
The meeting was productive, according to reports, despite many hurdles still to sort out. The three men will reportedly meet again next week.
Kerr is not under contract for next season. He has been Golden State’s coach for 12 seasons and has guided the franchise to four NBA titles (2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022). He has a 604-353 (.631) regular-season record.
However, the Warriors missed the playoffs this season when they lost a play-in game against the Phoenix Suns. It is the second time in three seasons that the team didn’t make the playoff field.
Also, the Warriors were 37-45 to finish below .500 for just the second time in Kerr’s tenure.
When Golden State was eliminated earlier this month, the 60-year-old Kerr understood it might have been his last game as coach.
“I still love coaching, but I get it,” Kerr told reporters. “These jobs all have an expiration date. There is a run that happens, and when the run ends, sometimes it’s time for new blood and new ideas.”
Adding to the situation is that longtime stalwarts Stephen Curry and Draymond Green may not want to go into a rebuilding or reloading phase under a new head coach.
Perhaps another element is Kerr’s penchant for speaking out on touchy political situations, typically expressed with the franchise banner and logo right behind him.
SF Gate reported last week that top-level members of the organization have not been happy with Kerr’s repeated comments — which include criticisms of President Donald Trump. The report said Kerr’s continued verbal attacks have caused “internal frustration.”
–Field Level Media
Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) with forward Draymond Green and head coach Steve Kerr against the Phoenix Suns during the closing seconds of the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr met with owner Joe Lacob and general manager Mike Dunleavy on Monday for two hours to discuss his future with the franchise, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.
The meeting was productive, according to reports, despite many hurdles still to sort out. The three men will reportedly meet again next week.
Kerr is not under contract for next season. He has been Golden State’s coach for 12 seasons and has guided the franchise to four NBA titles (2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022). He has a 604-353 (.631) regular-season record.
However, the Warriors missed the playoffs this season when they lost a play-in game against the Phoenix Suns. It is the second time in three seasons that the team didn’t make the playoff field.
Also, the Warriors were 37-45 to finish below .500 for just the second time in Kerr’s tenure.
When Golden State was eliminated earlier this month, the 60-year-old Kerr understood it might have been his last game as coach.
“I still love coaching, but I get it,” Kerr told reporters. “These jobs all have an expiration date. There is a run that happens, and when the run ends, sometimes it’s time for new blood and new ideas.”
Adding to the situation is that longtime stalwarts Stephen Curry and Draymond Green may not want to go into a rebuilding or reloading phase under a new head coach.
Perhaps another element is Kerr’s penchant for speaking out on touchy political situations, typically expressed with the franchise banner and logo right behind him.
SF Gate reported last week that top-level members of the organization have not been happy with Kerr’s repeated comments — which include criticisms of President Donald Trump. The report said Kerr’s continued verbal attacks have caused “internal frustration.”
–Field Level Media
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#Cricket #Australia #board #weighing #alternatives #BBL #privatisation #plans #blocked">Cricket Australia board weighing alternatives after BBL privatisation plans blocked
Cricket Australia (CA) said on Thursday it is considering alternatives to its privatisation plan for the Big Bash League (BBL) after failing to achieve consensus with state members.
CA had set a mid-April deadline for the nation’s six member states to indicate their support to sell 49 per cent stakes in most BBL teams and 100 per cent of one team each in Victoria and New South Wales.
New South Wales rejected CA’s proposal while Queensland deferred its decision, saying it needed more information.
“Given CA does not currently have full alignment on the proposed next step with our members, some alternative options are being considered that require additional analysis and consideration with States, and that work is underway,” CA said in a statement.
“Australian cricket remains united on the need to grow and continue investment in all aspects of the game and CA thanks the state associations and players for their engagement and collaboration in this project.”
The lack of consensus is a major blow for CA Chairman Mike Baird and CEO Todd Greenberg, who spearheaded the privatisation push following a review by Boston Consulting Group last year.
CA had hoped to raise up to A$600 million ($427 million) to future-proof the sport, boost its finances and improve Australia’s competitiveness in T20 cricket.
CA reported a net deficit of A$11.3 million for the 2024-25 financial year despite a hike in revenue from hosting the lucrative Border-Gavaskar series against powerhouse India.
Despite the potential for a major capital boost, influential cricket figures in Australia voiced opposition to opening the league to private money, saying it could mean a damaging loss of control for the game’s local custodians.
Published on Apr 30, 2026
Cricket Australia (CA) said on Thursday it is considering alternatives to its privatisation plan for the Big Bash League (BBL) after failing to achieve consensus with state members.
CA had set a mid-April deadline for the nation’s six member states to indicate their support to sell 49 per cent stakes in most BBL teams and 100 per cent of one team each in Victoria and New South Wales.
New South Wales rejected CA’s proposal while Queensland deferred its decision, saying it needed more information.
“Given CA does not currently have full alignment on the proposed next step with our members, some alternative options are being considered that require additional analysis and consideration with States, and that work is underway,” CA said in a statement.
“Australian cricket remains united on the need to grow and continue investment in all aspects of the game and CA thanks the state associations and players for their engagement and collaboration in this project.”
The lack of consensus is a major blow for CA Chairman Mike Baird and CEO Todd Greenberg, who spearheaded the privatisation push following a review by Boston Consulting Group last year.
CA had hoped to raise up to A$600 million ($427 million) to future-proof the sport, boost its finances and improve Australia’s competitiveness in T20 cricket.
CA reported a net deficit of A$11.3 million for the 2024-25 financial year despite a hike in revenue from hosting the lucrative Border-Gavaskar series against powerhouse India.
Despite the potential for a major capital boost, influential cricket figures in Australia voiced opposition to opening the league to private money, saying it could mean a damaging loss of control for the game’s local custodians.
Published on Apr 30, 2026
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