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David Rudisha is confident that Emmanuel Wanyonyi is on the verge of breaking his 800m world record, stating that it's only a matter of time before it happens.
Two-time Olympic champion David Rudisha believes Emmanuel Wanyonyi has all it takes to shatter his 800m world record.
David Rudisha set the mind-blowing world record of 1:40.91 at the Olympic Games in 2012 in London and for the longest time, it seemed like the record was unbeatable.
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However, the 2024 season saw top athletes clock faster times, placing the record at risk. Emmanuel Wanyonyi, to be precise, clocked a stunning 1:41.11 at the Diamond League Meeting in Lausanne.
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The reigning Olympic champion’s time is the second-fastest time in the 800m, tying with Wilson Kipketer. Wanyonyi’s rivals including Marco Arop, Gabrial Tual and Djamel Sedjati have also clocked astonishing times this season, placing David Rudisha’s world record in danger.
Speaking during an interview at the Sirikwa Classic Cross Country, David Rudisha explained that Emmanuel Wanyonyi has been consistent and promising. He revealed that if the Kenyan continues the trend, he might get even closer to the world record or even break it.
“Emmanuel Wanyonyi is now the second-fastest and it’s just a matter of time if he keeps on pushing and doing the right thing, good training. It’s possible to break it, he can come closer or even break it,” David Rudisha said.
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Rudisha revealed that having the record to his name for over 10 years is something he does not take for granted.
He revealed that new world and Olympic champions are always crowned every now and then but he will always be remembered for the world record.
“Well, it’s very special because after every two years, we have a world champion and after every four years we have an Olympic champion but you see, breaking the world record is very special because some records have never been broken in years,” David Rudisha added.
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The record-breaking runs began when Emmanuel Wanyonyi clocked an impressive 1:41.70 at the Kenyan Olympic trials.
He then went to the Diamond League Meeting in Paris where he finished second in 1:41.58 behind Djamel Sedjati who also dropped a bombshell, 1:41.56.
Sedjati proceeded to the Diamond League Meeting in Monaco, clocking a stunning 1:41.46 before now locking horns with other top 800m runners at the Olympics.
Emmanuel Wanyonyi won the Olympic Games in style, clocking a personal best time of 1:41.19 ahead of Marco Arop who timed 1:41.20. Sedjati sealed the podium in 1:41.50.
This season also promises a thrilling show with all the top 800m runners maintaining their focus on the world record. With backing from the world record holder, it is safe to say that anything is possible.
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