As in Oregon last year, and as in Doha in 2019, there was no stopping Joshua Cheptegei when it came to the crunch in a World Championships 10,000m final. In Oregon he struck at the bell and stayed there, resisting a challenge from Barega, who ultimately faded to fifth. “I am very excited and proud that I have succeed in winning my third world title in a row, “said Cheptegei, who has had to contend with injury since his Oregon victory. He has won Olympic silver and two more world golds. Simon Turnbull for World AthleticsMEN'S 10,000m MEDALLISTS 🥇 Joshua Cheptegei 🇺🇬 UGA 27:51.42 SB 🥈 Daniel Ebenyo 🇰🇪 KEN 27:52.60 🥉 Selemon Barega 🇪🇹 ETH 27:52.72 Full resultsFor highlights, exclusive behind-the-scenes content and the latest results and statistics during the World Championships, join Inside Track today for free.

Source: Ethiopian News August 21, 2023 12:12 UTC