The 17-year-old’s selection marks a milestone for Kenyan triathlon, a demanding sport that combines swimming, cycling and running.

The squad is banking on recent international exposure and continued training to sharpen its competitiveness as it prepares to represent the country on the global stage.

The Confederation of Africa Cycling (CAC) Africa Road Cycling Championships will run from Wednesday, October 21, to Sunday, October 25, bringing together junior, under-23 and elite riders from across the continent.

Her contract runs until the end of the season in May 2027, with an option for an extension.

The summit aims to foster collaboration among creatives and industry experts while examining ways to strengthen the visibility of African talent and connect local stories with global audiences.

Kenya will field the second-largest delegation after hosts Senegal, who will have 139 athletes.

The event was initiated by breast cancer survivor Wambui Gitonga and sponsored by Oxygene Marketing and Communication Ltd, Nairobi South Hospital and other partners.

The two discussed preparations for the championships, including plans to upgrade sports infrastructure ahead of the competition.

The deal, announced on Tuesday, will see a purpose-built circuit developed in Bugesera, about 40 kilometres south of the capital, Kigali, and near the new Kigali International Airport.

The champions made a flying start to the chase, with openers Patel and Jignesh Hirani putting together a 156-run partnership. Hirani contributed 51, providing solid support for his captain before the partnership was broken.