Chemutai, a former Olympic athlete, expressed his readiness for the upcoming race, stating, "I am more than ready to compete in the race on Monday night." He acknowledged the hot and cold weather conditions in Riyadh, emphasizing his preparedness to face any challenges that may arise.

Leonard Chemutai is a strong contender in the men's 3000m steeplechase finals, scheduled for 9:30 PM. His personal best time of 8:17:14, set in Szekesfehervar in 2023, reflects his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.

Alongside Chemutai, Uganda's athletics team will be represented by other notable athletes such as Tom Dradiga, who will compete in the men's 1500m heats at 11:20 AM. The women's team includes Josephine Joyce Lalam in the javelin throw finals at 9:45 PM and the Chelangat duo of Rebecca and Annet in the women's 10,000m finals at 9:50 PM.

Uganda's 17-man team, consisting of 10 women and 7 men, aims to improve on their previous medal tally and secure their first gold medal in the Islamic Solidarity Games. This event marks the largest number of athletes Uganda has ever sent to the competition.

With a history of success, Uganda's athletics team has already achieved significant milestones in past editions of the games. Notable achievements include Boniface Kiprop's bronze medal in the 10,000m in the inaugural edition, Halima Nakaayi's silver medal in the 800m in the 4th edition, and Abel Chebet's two medals in the 5th edition.

Under the guidance of four officials, Muhammed Abdallah, Shaban Aluwa, Ali Ngaimoko, and Aber Lucy Okumu, the Ugandan team is focused on pushing their limits and achieving even greater success in this year's Islamic Solidarity Games.

As the competition approaches, Uganda's athletics team is determined to showcase their skills, overcome the challenging conditions, and bring glory to their nation. With talented athletes like Leonard Chemutai leading the charge, there is no doubt that Uganda will make a significant impact in the upcoming games.