Sprinter Mark Otieno chuffed after nailing World Athletics Relays slot

Sprinter Mark Otieno has expressed his excitement after qualifying to represent Kenya at the upcoming global competitions, including the World Athletics Relays and the African Championships in Athletics.

Speaking after finishing second at the national trials held at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, Otieno said he feels in top form and ready to deliver strong performances on the international stage.

“I am happy to have qualified to be part of the team that will represent the country in the two competitions. I feel good and ready to give my best to the fans,” he said.

Kenya’s charge at the World Relays -set for May 2–3 in Gaborone -will be led by Africa’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala. He will be joined by Otieno, Moses Onyango, and Ronald Koech on the men’s side. The women’s team includes Millicent Ndoro, Diana Aoko, and Eunice Kadogo.

Otieno believes the team has what it takes to perform strongly against top global competition.

“The team is very strong and everyone was selected on merit. We have the right mental strength to perform well, and we will put in the hard work required to make Kenyans proud,” he added.

Looking ahead, Otieno has also set his sights on the Commonwealth Games scheduled for July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow, where he hopes to secure a podium finish.

“It’s a competition I have been looking forward to. It is always fun to represent your country, and I hope to get the chance to be part of it and win something for Kenya,” he said.