LONDON (Reuters) - Ethiopian Almaz Ayana destroyed the field to win the 10,000 metres at the World Championships on Saturday, finishing around 300 metres clear of her rivals in her first race of an injury-plagued season. The Olympic champion began pulling away from the field after 10 laps, sweeping past back markers who were made to look sluggish in comparison. "I am very happy to win this title, much more than when I won the Olympic gold because I have been sick this year and didn't expect it. Athletics - World Athletics Championships – women’s 10000 metres final – London Stadium, London, Britain – August 5, 2017 – Almaz Ayana and Tirunesh Dibaba of Ethiopia celebrate after winning gold and silver medals. "I have only had two months of training, so I am happy to win silver this time," she said.

Source: Ethiopian News August 05, 2017 20:08 UTC