Eldoret Removes Ridiculed Athlete Statues After Public Outcry

The statues, meant to honor Kenyan sports heroes, were taken down following widespread criticism of their poor quality.

The statues were unveiled to celebrate Eldoret's new city status but were mocked for their unrecognizable features.
Depictions of athletes Faith Kipyegon and Eliud Kipchoge were particularly criticized on social media.
Authorities removed the statues overnight and have not disclosed their new location.
Eldoret is known as the 'home of champions' due to its history of producing elite athletes.
Kenya was the highest-ranked African country at the Olympics, winning four gold medals.