Renowned sprinter Ferdinand Omanyala has finally broken his silence on the persistent rumours surrounding his marriage to Laventa Amutavi. After months of speculation, Omanyala addressed the issue head-on in response to a fan’s question, providing clarity on his relationship with his long-time partner.

Omanyala addresses marriage speculation

The speculation began earlier this year when rumours surfaced accusing Omanyala of infidelity.

These claims quickly went viral, causing many to question the state of his marriage. Neither Omanyala nor Laventa addressed the allegations at the time, which only fuelled further gossip. However, the sprinter finally took the opportunity to put the rumours to rest.

A family day out

On October 7, Omanyala shared a heartwarming TikTok video featuring a rare family outing with Laventa and their children. Due to his busy schedule as one of Africa’s fastest men, such moments are few and far between, making this particular day out extra special.

In the video, Omanyala is seen driving with Laventa sitting beside him in the passenger seat. Their son and another relative sit in the back. The family, dressed casually, is later seen walking together, with Omanyala holding his son’s hand and Laventa accompanying them in a striking red outfit.

Omanyala captioned the video, “I love spending time with my family. We don’t always get to see each other as often as we’d like, but when we do, it’s always special.“

Fan questions relationship status

The family video quickly drew reactions from fans, with one user asking a question that had been on many people’s minds: “I thought you guys separated?” Omanyala responded with a simple yet powerful message: “Some things are inseparable.“

This response seemed to quash any lingering doubts about the state of his marriage, showing that despite the rumours, Omanyala and Laventa remain strong.

Ignoring social media gossip

In another post, Omanyala touched on how he handles the constant gossip about his personal life. He advised that while it’s good to listen sometimes, there are moments when it’s better to “shut your ears and close your eyes” to the noise.

Omanyala and Laventa met in 2016 at an athletics event in Nairobi. Their relationship grew not just in love but in mutual support for each other’s careers. Laventa has been a constant pillar of strength throughout Omanyala’s meteoric rise in athletics, helping him navigate the pressures of being an elite athlete.

The couple has two children and continues to show a united front, proving that their bond remains unshaken by public speculation.