Kenyan star athlete Faith Kipyegon has once again broken her own record in the race at the Paris Diamond League.
Kipyegon set the new record by clocking a time of 3:49:04 at Stade Charlety, led out by two pacemakers. She eclipsed her previous record, set in Florence in June 2023, by 0.07 seconds.
Australian Jessica Hull came second with the fifth fastest 1500m time in history, clocking 3:50:83.
In related news, President William Ruto sent a congratulatory message to 1,500 meters World Record holder Faith Kipyegon after she broke her own record.
In his message, the President said Kipyegon’s victory is a testament to the rewards of hard work and determination. He added that it serves as a valuable lesson to all aspiring athletes who look up to her.
“Faith Kipyegon has once again made history. Congratulations on breaking your own record in the 1500m race. Your victory is a testament to the rewards of hard work and determination, a valuable lesson to the aspiring young athletes who look up to you,” Ruto said on X.
