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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
July 6, 2025
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Ruto hails Kipyegon, Chebet for shattering world records at Prefontaine Classic
Kipyegon delivered a spectacular run in the women’s 1,500 metres, setting a new world record of 3 minutes, 48.68 seconds...
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President William Ruto praised Kenyan athletes Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet for their remarkable achievements at the Prefontaine Classic on July 5, 2025. Kipyegon set a new world record in the women's 1,500 metres, while Chebet became the first woman to run under 14 minutes in the 5,000 metres.
- Kipyegon ran a record time of 3:48.68 seconds, surpassing her own previous record.
- Chebet made history by finishing her race under 14 minutes.
- President Ruto celebrated their victories as a testament to Kenya’s global dominance in athletics.
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Ruto hails Kipyegon and Chebet for breaking world records during the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene.
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