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"content": "Thank you, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, for your indulgence. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.52 (1) to make a Statement on a general topical concern and national importance, namely; the passing on of one of Kenya’s most decorated boxer, Mr. Philip Waruinge. Mr. Philip Waruinge, a legend who died on 19th October, 2020, was born on 3rd February, 1945. He was a legendary boxer who represented our country in various boxing events in the world arena. He started his boxing career in the late 1960s at the historic Madison Square Garden in Nakuru Town, now Nakuru City County, and became a reknown boxer admired by many. He was the first African boxer to win the coveted Val Barker Trophy in the 1968 Olympics Games. Late Waruinge turned into a professional boxer in 1973 as a super bantamweight and fought largely in Japan. In 1976, he attempted to take the World Boxing Championship (WBC) Bantamweight title in a boxing match against Carlos Zarate of Mexico, but was outclassed and knocked out in the fourth round. Two years later, he decided to retire, having competed in 25 professional bouts, winning 14, losing 10 and drawing 1. It is unfortunate that Kenya has lost a legend who died as a poor man despite the glory he brought to the country. I will not relent in calling upon the Ministry of Sports, Culture and Heritage to be concerned about sportsmen and women to ensure such patriots are accorded decent lives even after they retire. He flew the Kenyan flag for the longest time possible, having won in several Olympic championships that he participated in when he was a young man. He died a poor dejected man with no support from the Government. He did not have even pension. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, on behalf of the great people of Nandi County, which is the source of champions, and on behalf of the people of Kenya and the Senate, allow me to pass my sincere condolences to the family of the late Philip Waruinge and the entire boxing fraternity. I thank you."
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