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Rodgers Kwemoi targets victory at Rome's Golden Gala facing fierce rivals Grant Fisher and Solomon Barega in a high-stakes race
Olympic 5000m silver medalist Rodgers Kwemoi will shift his focus to Friday's Golden Gala Pietro Mennea in Rome, setting the stage for a riveting contest in this leg of the Wanda Diamond League.
After a commendable performance in Paris where he clocked 13:15.04, finishing second only to Jakob Ingebrigtsen—who will be notably absent in Rome—Kwemoi is gearing up for another shot at glory.
The race promises to be a high-octane confrontation with American long-distance star Grant Fisher and Ethiopia's speed maestro Selemon Barega.
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10:01 - 28.08.2024
Ferdinand Omanyala penciled for another memorable duel with Kishane Thompson, Letsile Tebogo
Ferdinand Omanyala is not resting on his laurels as he gears u for a tough challenge against Kishane Thompson, Letsile Tebogo, Fred Kerley and other strong contenders in the men's 100m in Rome.
Grant Fisher, the American record holder who secured a bronze medal in Paris, is among the top challengers.
The 27-year-old Fisher enters the race with sub-13-minute personal best places which places him as one of the favorites for the race
Selemon Barega enters the fray as the fastest in the field this season with a scorching best of 12:51.60.
With a personal best that reads like a sprinter's dream at 12:43.02, Barega is more than just a contender; he is a pacing powerhouse whose presence elevates the competition's intensity.
The Ethiopian strategic prowess and experience on the global stage make him a critical threat to Kwemoi and Fisher.
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06:00 - 28.08.2024
‘I want it to be entertaining’ - Noah Lyles explains legacy he wants to leave behind in track and field
Olympics champion Noah Lyles has revealed the big ambitions he has to make track and field one of the mots respected and followed sports in the world.
The field in Rome is dense with talent, featuring other notable athletes such as Nicholas Kipkorir and Jakob Krop from Kenya, both ready to stake their claims.
Krop, in particular, looks to bounce back after a tenth-place finish in Paris, aiming to leverage his personal best of 12:45.71 to regain top form.
Additionally, the race includes other top-tier athletes like Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha, who brings a season and personal best of 12:38.95 into the mix, enhancing the race's competitive edge.
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17:30 - 27.08.2024
Why American sprinter Kenny Bednarek can't wait to return to Poland with his mother
The US sprinter has shared his emotional connection to Poland and why he's eager to return with his mother soon.
Canadian star Mohammed Ahmed and Switzerland's Dominic Lokinyomo Lobalu each brandishing sub-13 minute bests further underscore the depth of the field and the potential for an unpredictable outcome.
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