Kenya's first Winter Olympian

Feb 20, 2020 · 10m 55s
Kenya's first Winter Olympian
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In 1998, a Kenyan farmer called Philip Boit became one of the first Africans to compete in the Winter Olympics. In the 10-kilometre cross-country skiing final he faced the legendary...

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In 1998, a Kenyan farmer called Philip Boit became one of the first Africans to compete in the Winter Olympics. In the 10-kilometre cross-country skiing final he faced the legendary Norwegian, Bjorn Daehlie. It was a race that would unite the two athletes and inspire future Winter Olympians across Africa. This programme was first broadcast in 2014.

PHOTO: Bjorn Daehlie and Philip Boit (Getty Images)
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