While their immediate target is the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships, the duo is eying a successful defense at the 2028 Olympics.
Emmanuel Wanyonyi’s coach, Claudio Berardelli, has high hopes for the young 800m sensation, predicting that the Kenyan runner’s peak performance will be seen at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Wanyonyi, who made an unforgettable debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics by clinching gold in the men’s 800m, is already preparing for a dominant 2025 season, with both immediate and long-term goals in mind.
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Berardelli expressed confidence in Wanyonyi's potential for growth, tipping the 20-year-old to realize his potential at the 2028 Olympics games.
"Already we have fixed our targets for 2025, but we also have long-term targets because I believe that by 2028, Wanyonyi will be very mature, even more than now, physically and mentally," said Berardelli via NTV.
The Olympic gold medalist, who has rapidly risen through the ranks of middle-distance running, is focusing his efforts on the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
Despite the ambitious goals for the future, Wanyonyi remains grounded and cautious, emphasizing the importance of maintaining his health and fitness throughout the upcoming season.
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Wanyonyi made a late surge over the last 200 meters to snatch the victory from Djamel Sedjati and Marco Arop to end his already-stellar season on a high that day.
“As of now, I’m starting training, but all of my focus is on Tokyo for the 2025 World Athletics Championships. I pray that I keep healthy and fit for the season ahead,” Wanyonyi shared.
With his first Olympic victory under his belt, Wanyonyi's confidence and determination are undeniable, and under Berardelli’s guidance, the world will be watching as the young athlete looks to build on his success and continue striving toward even greater achievements.