Kipyegon Leads Kenya 1-2 In 1500m As Ewoi Shines With Silver In Tokyo
Caption: Kipyegon and Ewoi leading the race
Faith Kipyegon cemented her legendary status by storming to her fourth women’s 1500m world title at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Tuesday. The two-time Olympic champion dominated the race, clocking 3:52.15 to extend her reign as the greatest middle-distance runner of her generation.
Her victory was made even sweeter for Kenya as rising star Dorcus Ewoi produced a stunning performance to claim silver. The 28-year-old delivered the race of her life, setting a personal best of 3:54.92 to secure her first ever global medal.
The Kenyan duo secured a memorable 1-2 finish, underlining the nation’s dominance in the middle-distance event. Australia’s Jessica Hull settled for bronze in 3:55.16 after a thrilling battle down the home stretch.
For Kipyegon, the win adds to her unmatched legacy in the 1500m, while for Ewoi, it marks the arrival of a new star on the world stage, with her personal best run signaling a bright future for Team Kenya.
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FELIX MAKONA
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