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Africa-Press<\/a> – Kenya<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span>Former 100m Olympic champion Justin Gatlin says it is amazing and special to be in Kenya for the first time and looks forward to wonderful memories during his stay.<\/p>\n

The American landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Wednesday night to compete at Saturday’s World Athletics Continental Tour event at Moi Stadium, Kasarani.<\/p>\n

“I have been to Africa before, specifically in South Africa as well as Morocco. However, I believe for you to say that you have come to Africa, you have to come to the motherland. It is a really special feeling for me to come to Kenya for the first time,” Gatlin said.<\/p>\n

The 2016 Olympic silver medalist described Kenya as an amazing country overflowing with talented athletes, not only in long distance races but also sprints and field events.<\/p>\n

“I particularly admire Julius Yego because he showed that Kenya is more than just the long distance races. I interact with Kenyans a lot in the international competitions and I’m always cheering for them,” he said.<\/p>\n

Also in the country is Olympic 100m silver medalist Fred Kerley who will be competing in the men’s 200m at Saturday’s meeting.<\/p>\n

“This is going to be my last competition for this year so I am looking to finish strong. With the start list, I expect the field to be competitive as always and so I will have to be at my best,” he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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