Robert Froggen-Richard to make history as Kenya’s first triathlete at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics

Kenya’s Robert Froggen-Richard is set to make history as the country’s first triathlete to compete at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal, targeting a top-ten finish. The 17-year-old, who began training in triathlon at the age of 11, will compete in the sport that combines swimming, cycling and running. Froggen-Richard heads to Dakar with a personal best of 59 minutes and 46 seconds, targeting a sub-58-minute finish. His historic participation is expected to boost the profile of triathlon in Kenya as he seeks a strong performance on the international stage.