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Beatrice Chebet concluded her impressive 2024 season with record-breaking performances, Olympic golds, and securing the Diamond League Trophy, celebrating her success.
Kenya's Beatrice Chebet has reacted after capping off her impressive 2024 season with a standout performance in the women's 5000m at the Diamond League Finals in Brussels, Belgium.
Chebet sprinted to victory in the women’s 5000m in Brussels, securing the Diamond League Trophy with a meet record time of 14:09.82.
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22:30 - 14.09.2024
Peerless Beatrice Chebet adds Diamond League trophy to glorious season
Beatrice Chebet dominated the 2024 Diamond League final in Brussels, continuing her exceptional season with another remarkable victory.
This achievement marks the culmination of a year filled with remarkable performances and record-breaking feats that have captivated the athletics community.
"I want just to say thank you for the good season. It has been an amazing year with the double gold medal in Paris and now the Diamond League trophy. I will celebrate it with my family," Chebet expressed in a post-race interview.
Fresh off her strong performances in the 10,000m and 5000m at the Olympics, Chebet delivered a thrilling finish to solidify her status in the event.
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11:30 - 15.09.2024
Winfred Yavi reacts to double loss at the Diamond League Meeting final in Brussels
Winfred Yavi has expressed her disappointment towards losing to Kenya's Faith Cherotich and missing the world record at the Diamond League Meeting final in Brussels.
Her double gold medal haul in Paris not only brought her acclaim but also inspired countless young athletes across Kenya and beyond.
Chebet’s ability to perform consistently at the highest level underscores her exceptional endurance and competitive spirit.
Chebet’s performance in Brussels adds another chapter to her remarkable 2024 season.
Earlier in the year, she broke the world record in the 10,000 meters, clocking an astonishing 28:54.14 at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon.
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12:00 - 15.09.2024
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In addition to her track achievements, Chebet shattered the world record for the 5-kilometer road race in Barcelona, setting a blistering time of 14:13.
On top of her record-breaking feats, Chebet secured gold in both the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters at the Paris Olympic Games.
The only elusive record that Chebet has yet to conquer is the 5000 meters world record, currently held by Ethiopia’s Gudaf Tsegay at 14:00.21.
Chebet had hoped to break it in Zurich but was thwarted by rainy conditions, finishing just nine seconds short.
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11:00 - 15.09.2024
Faith Cherotich shares tactics behind her stunning Diamond League win over Olympic champion Winfred Yavi
Faith Cherotich claimed her first-ever Diamond League victory in the women's 3000m steeplechase, defeating Olympic champion Winfred Yavi.
Despite the near miss, Chebet remains undeterred and is confident she will eventually break the record.
“It’s not easy to do even better the next years, but you have to train hard, to have faith in yourself and stay focused. Now I am going back to my country, celebrate with my family and take some holidays. After that I will focus on the next season."
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