ESPN

In a significant recognition of his remarkable career, Ethiopian long-distance runner Kenenisa Bekele has been awarded the title of Best African Athlete of the 21st Century by the American international sports channel ESPN. The announcement celebrates Bekele’s outstanding achievements and cements his legacy as one of the greatest athletes of his time. ESPN’s selection process for the best African athletes of the 21st century was a challenging task, given the continent's vast size and the multitude of sports disciplines. In addition to Kenenisa Bekele, the list includes another renowned Ethiopian athlete, Tirunesh Dibaba, who has also made significant contributions to…