Faith Kipyegon claims fifth Diamond League Trophy with spectacular 1500m win

Faith Kipyegon capped off her season with a sensational 1500m victory at the final Diamond League event in Brussels, Belgium, on Saturday.

The three-time Olympic gold medalist’s explosive run earned her a fifth Diamond League Trophy.

Kipyegon had to battle hard, fending off Ethiopia’s Welteji Diribe to claim the victory in a new meet record of 3:54.75.

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The victory marked her fifth Diamond League final win and concluded a remarkable season, where she defended her Olympic title and set a new world record.

Ethiopia’s Diribe Welteji finished second on 3:55.25, while Austaria’s Olympic silver medalist Jesica Hull got third on 3:56.99.

Nelly Chepchirchir, the other Kenyan on the track, finished fifth on 3:58.05, while Georgia Bell, who finished second in the 800 meters the night before, settled for seventh on 3:58.95.

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Welteji set a fast pace from the start, pushing Faith Kipyegon to stay alert. However, Kipyegon, renowned for her tactical brilliance and explosive finishing speed, took control on the final lap. She surged ahead, claiming another title with a time of 3:54.75, further solidifying her dominance in the 1500m.

This victory adds to Kipyegon's remarkable career, which includes multiple world and Olympic titles, and strengthens her reputation as one of the most formidable athletes in the Diamond League. Her consistency and ability to deliver on the biggest stages continue to captivate fans worldwide.

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By securing yet another Diamond League trophy, Kipyegon proves her dominance in the 1500m is far from over. As the athletics world looks to the future, Faith Kipyegon remains the athlete to beat.