Lifestyle

07 August 2024

• After the dramatic turn of events on Monday, where she finished 2nd in the 500m race, Kipyegon remains poised to add more gold to her already illustrious career.

As the world eagerly follows the Paris 2024 Olympics, all eyes are on Faith Kipyegon, Kenya's middle-distance running sensation.

After the dramatic turn of events on Monday, where she finished 2nd in the 500m race, Kipyegon remains poised to add more gold to her already illustrious career.

She is currently in Paris representing Team Kenya in the 2024 Olympics with the mother of one set to compete in both the 1500 meters and the 5000 meters.

Her remarkable range and stamina make her a favourite in both events. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if she can add to her collection of Olympic golds and perhaps set new records in the process.

A short history

Faith was born on January 10, 1994, and started her athletic career in cross-country running before transitioning to middle-distance events.

Faith's natural talent quickly shone through, and she was soon competing on the international stage.

As shown in different social media posts as well as through her press statements before and after races, it's crystal clear the 30-year-old athlete's training regime is rigorous.

Here's a rundown of the medals that mark her professional journey so far:

2011 World Youth Championships (Lille, France) - Gold medal in the 1500 meters, marking her emergence as a rising star.
2012 World Junior Championships (Barcelona, Spain) - Another Gold in the 1500 meters, proving her potential on the global stage.
2015 World Championships (Beijing, China) - Silver in the 1500 meters, her first major senior-level global medal.
2016 Rio Olympics (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) - Gold in the 1500 meters, solidifying her status as the world’s best.
2017 World Championships (London, UK) - Gold in the 1500 meters, defending her world title with a stunning performance.
2019 World Championships (Doha, Qatar) - Silver in the 1500 meters, narrowly missing the top spot but demonstrating her consistent excellence.
2021 Tokyo Olympics (Tokyo, Japan) - Gold in the 1500 meters, a triumphant return to the top of the podium.
2022 World Championships (Eugene, USA) - Gold in the 1500 meters, setting a championship record and reaffirming her dominance.
2023 World Championships (Budapest, Hungary) - Gold in the 1500 meters and the 5000 meters, showcasing her versatility and endurance.