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Beatrice Chebet Makes History with First-Ever Sub-14-Minute 5000m in Eugene

Eugene, Oregon | Saturday, 5 July 2025 – Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet has redefined the limits of women’s distance running by becoming the first woman in history to complete the 5000m in under 14 minutes. The double Olympic champion clocked a stunning 13:58.06 at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, breaking the previous world record by […]

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Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon Reinstated After Appeal in Controversial 5000m Final at Paris 2024

In a dramatic turn of events at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Faith Kipyegon of Kenya was initially disqualified from the women’s 5000m final, only to be reinstated to her silver medal position after an immediate appeal by Athletics Kenya. The race, held on Monday, August 5, was filled with tension and controversy as Kipyegon was […]

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Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet Wins Maiden Women’s 5,000m Title at Paris 2024

In an exhilarating race at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet clinched the gold medal in the women’s 5,000m, delivering a stunning performance against a formidable field. Chebet’s winning time of 14:28.56 secured her place atop the podium, marking her first Olympic gold medal. Chebet’s victory was hard-fought, particularly in the final stretch where […]

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