Kibet, Edris to Headline Star-Studded TCS World 10K Bengaluru

• Ugandan Harbert Kibet and two-time 5000m world champion Muktar Edris of Ethiopia will headline the 18th TCS World 10K Bengaluru on April 26.
• Kibet, 20, made his 10K debut this year with a world-leading 26:39, the sixth-fastest time ever for the event.
• The men's field includes top athletes like Khairi Bejiga, Rodrigue Kwizera, Gemechu Dida, and Tadese Worku, with 11 athletes faster than the course record.
• Defending women's champion Sarah Chelangat returns, facing strong contenders such as Brenda Jepchirchir (fastest 2026 runner), Lilian Rengeruk Kasait (2024 champion), and world steeplechase record-holder Beatrice Chepkoech.
• The World Athletics Gold Label Race offers a total prize purse of USD 210,000, with USD 26,000 for winners in both categories.