Yaya Touré’s passion for sport and his recent connection with Kenya have been highlighted through his appreciation for the country’s performance at the 2015 World Championships in Beijing. The Manchester City midfielder took to Twitter to express his admiration for Kenya’s athletes after witnessing their success at the World Championships.
Touré, who visited Nairobi earlier in the summer, reflected on the Kenyan people’s deep love for sport, especially athletics, saying, “I was in Kenya this summer and saw how much Kenyans love sport. It was a pleasure to see them winning medals at the World Championships.” His visit was part of his role as an ambassador for the United Nations Environment Fund, where he focused on raising awareness for elephant protection.
Kenya’s stellar performance at the championships, with 6 gold medals out of 11 total medals, has certainly captured the attention of sports fans worldwide, including the Ivory Coast captain.
Yaya Touré’s support underscores the shared passion for sports in Africa, not only in football but also in athletics, where Kenya continues to shine on the global stage.
