The sports industry in the country is filled with a number of personalities who are not shy of spending their hard-earned millions in order to live a life of opulence and class.
This is exhibited by their lifestyle be it from their dressing to their cars and entourage, it can be simply termed as a show of fame and fortune.
The high-end vehicles range from Ksh13 million Hummer H2 to Ksh9.4 million Porsche Panamera just to name a few. TeamKenya.co.ke takes a look at the swanky cars driven by these sports personalities.
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Victor Wanyama
Club CF Montreal midfielder Victor Wanyama is no stranger to success as he has amassed over 15 years in the game - beginning his career at Kenya Premier League Clubs such as AFC Leopards and Nairobi City Stars to the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and current club Club CF Montreal.
Wanyama prides himself in purchasing a number of toys that have caused a buzz in the recent past. In 2018, he toured Kenya with a customised Volkswagen Crafter CR53 Maxi.
The high-end vehicle is estimated to cost an average of Ksh25 million with features such as 3D TV screens, fridge, interior, and exterior CCTV cameras, rotating seats, play station, and coffeemaker.
Other luxurious vehicles include Ksh15 million Range Rover Sport, as well as a 2017 Bentley model that is estimated to cost around Ksh20 million.
McDonald Mariga
Much like his brother, Wanyama, McDonald Mariga exudes class by the swanky fleet of cars he drives. The footballer cum politician is renowned for his custom-made Hummer H2 worth Ksh13 million before taxes.
The Hummer caused a raucous in Kibra in 2019 when he entered a polling station with the expensive ride in order to vote in the by-elections.
Further, Mariga also enjoys driving a Cadillac Escalade Platinum 2011 goes for a tag price of Ksh10 million ($95,000) which can cost around Ksh17 million after taxes.
The two brothers enjoy high-end vehicles as they are also spotted with a Lexus V8 and a BMW, among other fleets of cars.
Michael Olunga
Al Duhail club ace Michael Olunga has burst into the international scene- breaking records with the club.
Through his social media pages, Olunga has been spotted with a Porsche Panamera whose value can rise to a high of Ksh 21.74 million depending on the customisation of car parts.
The lethal striker has also been spotted with a white Toyota Landcruiser 11 V8 Executive with the latest version amounting to Ksh11.5 million.
Eliud Kipchoge
Legendary athlete Eliud Kipchoge has amassed millions in his storied career- earning the G.O.A.T (Greatest Of All Time) status for his momentous achievements.
The athlete is however reclusive with his personal lifestyle outside the public limelight. On a number of occasions, Kipchoge has been gifted vehicles worth millions for breaking world records.
In 2018, he was awarded a Ksh5.9 million double cabin for breaking the World record at the Berlin Marathon where he clocked in at 2:01:39.
In 2019, he also received another Ksh.4.1millon Isuzu D-Max Cabin for running the Vienna race in under two hours.
A month later, he was treated to an exclusive experience by Mercedes by getting to drive one of their Formula One car races.
Ferdinand Omanyala
The upcoming talent has become a worldwide sensation for his immense speed and prowess in the 100 metre track event.
He currently holds the Continental record for the fastest time set at the 100 metre event and he seeks to break the World Record held by Jamaica's Usain Bolt.
After breaking the African record in 2021, Omanyala received a Toyota Harrier car worth Ksh5 million.