From setback to stardom, Bitok now plots to break silver jinx in Tokyo

Bitok will also be out to break another silver jinx in the women’s 800m category, where she will ply her trade for Kenya alongside Aidah Odero...

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Sharon Bitok Jeptarus, a Deaflympics silver medallist, is preparing for the upcoming Tokyo 2025 Summer Deaflympics where she aims to break records in the 1,500m and overcome a silver jinx in the 800m, inspired by Faith Kipyegon.

Sharon Bitok Jeptarus will compete in the 1,500m and 800m at the Tokyo 2025 Summer Deaflympics.
She is inspired by 1,500m World champion and record holder Faith Kipyegon.
Bitok seeks to break records and end a silver medal streak in the 800m alongside Aidah Odero.

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