Kenyan sprint sensation Ferdinand Omanyala has officially parted ways with longtime coach Duncan Ayiemba, ending a collaboration that began around 2015. The split came at a critical time—just ahead of an Olympic year and following a mixed 2023 season.
The catalyst for the change, Omanyala explained, was inconsistency in performance. While he often began seasons strong, he struggled to maintain momentum throughout major competitions. With Paris 2024 looming, Omanyala says he no longer has time for doubt and felt compelled to make a bold move.
He has since tapped Geoffrey Kimani as his new coach—a strength and conditioning expert who previously worked with him during the Tokyo Olympics prep. Under Kimani, Omanyala has adopted a more rigorous training regimen, with sharper focus on mobility, weight management, and maintaining peak fitness deeper into the season.
Financial disagreements also feature in the account. Ayiemba alleges that there were payment disputes and lack of clear breakdowns of bonuses and sponsorship revenues. He claims he was owed certain dues and that communication had broken down. Omanyala has acknowledged that the split occurred without face‑to‑face discussions initially, saying that some communications were delayed due to sponsorship and bonus payment matters.
Since the coaching change, Omanyala reports “massive improvement” under Kimani. He notes better stability in training, improved attitude toward recovery and conditioning, and growing confidence.
As he prepares for the 2024 season, the move represents more than a coaching switch—it signals a reset driven by ambition, urgency, and the desire to maximize what he believes is his peak period.
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