The Kenya Tourism Board has honoured Kenyan marathon runner Sabastian Sawe with a special holiday package following his outstanding performance at the 2026 London Marathon.
The gesture celebrates his achievement and contribution to promoting Kenya on the global stage.
According to kbc.co.ke, Sawe, who is the current marathon world record holder, etched his name into sporting immortality by becoming the first man to run a marathon in under two hours, recording an astonishing 1:59:30.
The offer which is a fully sponsored four-night luxury getaway dubbed the “Champion’s Retreat,” will allow Sawe to recuperate at a luxury destination of his choice within Kenya.
KTB Chief Executive Officer June Chepkemei congratulated Sabastian Sawe on his landmark achievement, noting that his success goes beyond personal victory to reflect Kenya’s enduring dominance on the global athletics stage.
“Sebastian Sawe has elevated Kenya on the global stage, flying our national flag higher at an international platform. London, where this historic feat took place.
