Beatrice Chebet's trip to Algeria in 2018 marked a shift in mentality for the then rising star.
Double Olympic gold medallist Beatrice Chebet recently reflected on a pivotal moment in her career that ignited a mentality shift for her that has propelled her to success on the international stage.
Chebet's trip to Algeria for the African U20 Cross Country Championship in 2018 marked a turning point in her career for the then rising star.
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Speaking to NTV, Chebet described how this first international competition transformed her outlook and ignited her journey to global success.
“My first time boarding a plane going to Algeria in 2018, I felt like telling everybody I was going,” Chebet shared.
“That feeling is so great. But I came to realize that going to Algeria motivated me so much. That’s when I knew I could make my dreams come true. I went to every part of that plane.”
At the time, Chebet was a budding star, full of potential but yet to make her mark on the world stage.
The trip to Algeria wasn’t just her first taste of international competition, it was also her first flight, an experience that symbolized the beginning of her ascent.
That championship marked a shift in her mentality. With her resolve strengthened, Chebet embarked on a journey that would see her break records and achieve historic milestones.
In 2024, she capped a stellar season by smashing her own 5km road world record in Barcelona on December 31.
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This achievement came on the heels of her triumph at the Paris Olympics, where she clinched double gold in the 5000m and 10,000m events, a tip of the iceberg for her achievements in 2024.
The 24-year-old is looking ahead to an action-packed 2025 season, ready to add even more accolades to her already illustrious career.
Her journey from an enthusiastic teenager in Algeria to a world-conquering athlete is a testament to the power a singular turning point that set the stage for greatness.