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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