Team Kenya’s head coach, Julius Kirwa, has attributed the mixed performances of the country’s athletes at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris to unexpected weather changes. Kirwa explained that the team faced significant challenges due to the difference between their training environment in Miramas and the conditions in Paris.

The athletes had trained in the intense heat of Miramas, where temperatures soared above 35°C (95°F). However, upon arriving in Paris, they encountered a much cooler and more unpredictable climate, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). This sudden shift from extreme heat to variable weather proved difficult for the athletes to adapt to.

“The transition from Miramas to Paris was very different, Miramas was too hot, but Paris had a mix of both extremes, and that affected us. The change in weather conditions was something we hadn’t fully anticipated, and it impacted the athletes’ performances ” Kirwa said.

Despite these challenges, Kirwa expressed satisfaction with the team’s overall performance. He praised the athletes for their efforts and acknowledged the crucial role played by the team’s officials and medical staff in managing the weather-related difficulties. “Things were really difficult in France, but our coordination and the support from our doctors helped us cope.” Kirwa noted

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Looking ahead, Kirwa is optimistic about the future. “We are happy with what we got, but we know we can do better in Los Angeles 2028,” he said. The team has already begun planning for the next Olympics, using the lessons learned from Paris to improve their preparation. Kirwa believes that the experience gained will be invaluable in their pursuit of success in the upcoming games.