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is approaching the 2025 season differently, going down memory lane to the places where he started his sprinting career.
His journey has of course not been a walk in the park, especially coming from Africa, a continent little known for its success in sprinting.
Ferdinand Omanyala started his campaign at the second Athletics Kenya weekend meet in Thika, winning the heats of the 100m.
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The retired goal minder has explained why he does not want Gor Mahia to win the Mashemeji derby match against AFC Leopards.
After the race, he explained that he wanted to go back to the places he started his career to just remind him how far he has come. The Thika Stadium has a murram track.
is now in Uganda to compete at their national trials at the Namboole Stadium in Kampala and he gave the same explanation when asked the reason behind his motivation to compete there.
The last time the Commonwealth Games champion competed in Uganda was in 2017 but his results were disqualified due to a doping offense.
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“There is something about this year, I want to connect with my past and go back to those places that made me who I am,” Ferdinand Omanyala said in a press conference in a video shared by
“Uganda is not an exception because I was here before I started running fast. So, it’s all about coming back here and lining up at the Namboole stadium.”
Ferdinand Omanyala foundation
explained that when he started his sprinting career, there were not many role models but he wanted to change the narrative through his foundation.
He explained that the foundation is organising an event that will happen yearly, with the main aim to be on upcoming talent.
Ferdinand Omanyala also placed emphasis on education, revealing that the youngsters will not forego their school life to focus solely on athletics.
Over the years, many notable players have been eligible to play for Kenya's Harambee Stars and other nations as well, with some opting for the latter.
“We are going to be committed with my team over here and make sure that this comes to fruition. We have this event coming to happen every year and the main purpose of the event will be to identify and nurture the talent,” Ferdinand Omanyala added.
“So, we gather everything, athletes who are good in class, athletes who can express themselves, athletes who are disciplined and athletes who are talented.”
As he prepares for the long season, Ferdinand Omanyala’s return to his roots is more than just a personal journey.
Through that, he wants to inspire the next generation, proving that with determination, Africa can shine on the sprinting stage.
