Cherotich, Yavi to renew rivalry as steeplechase battle comes alive
The duo fiercely contested for titles in the Diamond League series. It was a disappointing outing for Kenya in the world marathon contest...
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Faith Cherotich and Winfred Yavi are set to renew their intense rivalry in the women’s 3000m steeplechase final tomorrow, promising an "electrifying contest." Both athletes, alongside Peruth Chemutai, secured their spots after winning their heats yesterday.
- Cherotich, an Olympic bronze medallist, qualified by winning her heat in 9:13.95, besting former world champion Norah Jeruto.
- The 20-year-old Cherotich has already edged out Yavi in recent Diamond League events in Doha and Oslo, with a world lead of 9:02.60 at the latter.
- In other athletics news, Kenya had a disappointing men's marathon outing, with Tanzania's Alhponse Simbu winning gold in 2:09:48.
- Vincent Ngetich finished 22nd and Kennedy Kimutai was 16th in the men's marathon, with Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir having secured a gold medal in the women's marathon on Sunday.
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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.
