Daniel Simiu has explained that he does not like the Mr. Silver tag and would be keen to turn the tables ahead of the 2024 season.
Reigning World Half Marathon silver medallist Daniel Simiu is growing tired of the Mr. Silver tag and is keen to disband that going forward.
This season, Simiu has settled for second in two major assignments but he feels like his time for finishing runners-up is up.
16:25 - 15.10.2023
ATHLETICS The amount of money Daniel Simiu will pocket for winning Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon
Daniel Simiu has earned himself millions after striking with another win at the Delhi Half Marathon.
He finished second in the 10,000m at the World Championships in Budapest, Hungary before also finishing second at the World Road Running Championships.
As he gears up for the Olympic Games in Paris, France next year, he explained that he is tired of winning silver medals and his focus will now be on claiming victory.
09:24 - 15.10.2023
ATHLETICS Daniel Simiu extends hot streak with win at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon
Daniel Simiu has proven unbeatable after his dominant exploits that saw him win the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon.
“Next year, I am looking forward to the World Cross-country, that is what I’m preparing for. I’m also looking forward to the big match in Paris.
"I want to upgrade from the silver medal…my second-place finish in Riga was the last. I don’t like silver, many people call me Mr. Silver but I don’t like it,” Simiu explained.
09:45 - 28.10.2023
Ferdinand Omanyala uncertain on team to support ahead of Rugby World Cup final
Former rugby player Ferdinand Omanyala is yet to make his decision on the team he will support at the Rugby World Cup final.
Next year’s World Cross-country Championships, the 45th edition of the event, will be held on March 30 in Belgrade, Serbia.
The Olympic Games, scheduled for Paris, France, will be held from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, August 11.
10:19 - 27.10.2023
ATHLETICS Sha'Carri Richardson sends message to fans ahead of World Athletics Awards
Richardson was nominated alongside double World record holder Faith Kipyegon, two-time World 200m champion Shericka Jackson, among others.
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Meanwhile, the Kip Keino Classic champion is just fresh from reigning at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon and he is now gearing up for more road races and the cross-country.