The national police service has honoured the Paris Olympics double gold medalist Beatrice Chebet.
Chebet was promoted to the rank of corporal on merit by Acting Police Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli.
The honours were given at a ceremony at Jogoo House, Nairobi, where Masengeli praised the athletes for their exemplary discipline and commitment to their sport.
Also promoted to corporal was Abraham Kibiwot, who won a bronze medal in the men’s 3000m steeplechase.
“Ag. Inspector General of Police, Mr Gilbert Masengeli on August 14, 2024, received NPS athletes who represented Kenya in the just concluded Olympic Games Paris 2024, at Jogoo House “A”. The acting IG expressed gratitude to the athletes for their dedication and discipline,”
“The Ag. IG Mr Masengeli henceforth promoted Beatrice Chebet and Abraham Kibiwot to the rank of Corporal on Merit. Corporal Chebet, a record holder in 10,000m, won two Gold M medals after impressive outings in 5000m and 10,000m races.” A statement from the National Police Service read.
Beatrice Chebet, the 24-year-old Kenyan track star, made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by becoming the first Kenyan woman to win the 10,000m gold medal.
This feat came just four days after she had won the 5000m gold, making her only the third woman in history to accomplish the 5000m and 10,000m double at the same Olympic Games.
Chebet’s journey to Olympic glory began at the Prefontaine Classic in May 2024, where she shattered the women’s 10,000m world record with a stunning time of 28:54.14.
This performance not only secured her a spot on the Kenyan Olympic team but also set the stage for her historic run in Paris.
