Faith Kipyegon eyes historic fourth world title
The final also features Kenyan stars Nelly Chepchirchir and Dorcus Ewoi...
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Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon is poised to claim a historic fourth world title in the women's 1500m final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, after a strong performance in Sunday's semi-final. She aims to anchor the Kenyan squad for a potential podium sweep.
- Faith Kipyegon, a four-time world champion, is targeting her fourth world 1500m title.
- She secured top place (4:00.34) in her 1500m heat, with teammate Dorcus Ewoi finishing second (4:00.65).
- Kenya has already garnered two gold medals at the championships through Beatrice Chebet (10000m) and Peres Jepchirchir (marathon).
- Other notable contenders in the 1500m final include Ethiopia's Freweyni Hailu and USA's Nikki Hiltz.
- Also featured: Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi begins his quest for a world senior title in the men’s 800m.
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Faith Kipyegon Wins Fourth Women's World 1,500m Title in Tokyo - September 2025
Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon was poised to claim a historic fourth world title in the women's 1500m final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after a strong performance in Sunday's semi-final. She successfully secured her unprecedented fourth women's world 1,500 metres title, a historic victory cementing her legacy. At the same championships, an "electrifying contest" is expected as Faith Cherotich and Winfred Yavi are set to renew their rivalry in the women’s 3000m steeplechase final. Both athletes secured their spots after winning their heats.
