Kenya's Faith Kipyegon Poses for Photos With her World Athletics Female Track Athlete of the Year Award
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Kenyan athletes and coaches once again showcased their dominance at the Confederation of Africa Athletics (CAA) in 2023, securing six out of the 11 prestigious awards.
The spotlight shone on Faith Kipyegon and Kelvin Kiptum, recognized as Africa's top female and male athletes, respectively. Kipyegon, a multiple world record holder, and Kiptum, who also set the marathon world record, stand out as unparalleled forces in the world of athletics. Emmanuel Wanyonyi, the silver medalist in the world 800 meters, and rising star Faith Cherotich, bronze winner in the world 3,000m steeplechase, further highlighted Kenya's prowess.
Their exceptional performances contributed to the nation's triumph in all major categories. The coaching brilliance of Patrick Sang, guiding Kipyegon, earned him the prestigious Coach of the Year 2023 award. Janeth Jepkosgei, 2007 World 800m champion and Wanyonyi's coach, was recognized as Africa's Rising Coach of the Year 2023.
However, it was Kipyegon who stole the show, outshining Ethiopian counterparts Tigist Assefa and Gudaf Tsegay, securing her place as the most exceptional athlete of 2023. In addition to her record-breaking feats, Kipyegon clinched gold in the 1,500m and 5,000m events, securing her third world title. Meanwhile, Kiptum made history by shattering the marathon world record, clocking an impressive two hours and 35 seconds.
Wanyonyi's redemption victory against Canadian Marco Arop and Cherotich's bronze in the 3,000m steeplechase at the world championships further solidified Kenya's dominance. Kenya made a strong impact at the World Athletics Awards Gala held on December 12, claiming four out of the eight awards presented that night. Kiptum's selection as World Athlete of the Year - Out of Stadia Events was unexpected, just as Cherotich and Wanyonyi's win in the Rising Stars awards came as a surprise.
World Athletics caught everyone off guard by replacing the Female and Male Awards with three new categories - Track, Sprints, and Out of Stadia. The attendees were amused by this unexpected change. Kenya's stellar performances in 2023 reaffirm the nation's athletic prowess, setting the stage for continued success on the global stage.Kenyan athletes and coaches once again showcased their dominance at the Confederation of Africa Athletics (CAA) in 2023, securing six out of the 11 prestigious awards.
The spotlight shone on Faith Kipyegon and Kelvin Kiptum, recognized as Africa's top female and male athletes, respectively. Kipyegon, a multiple world record holder, and Kiptum, who also set the marathon world record, stand out as unparalleled forces in the world of athletics. Emmanuel Wanyonyi, the silver medalist in the world 800 meters, and rising star Faith Cherotich, bronze winner in the world 3,000m steeplechase, further highlighted Kenya's prowess.
Their exceptional performances contributed to the nation's triumph in all major categories. The coaching brilliance of Patrick Sang, guiding Kipyegon, earned him the prestigious Coach of the Year 2023 award. Janeth Jepkosgei, 2007 World 800m champion and Wanyonyi's coach, was recognized as Africa's Rising Coach of the Year 2023.
However, it was Kipyegon who stole the show, outshining Ethiopian counterparts Tigist Assefa and Gudaf Tsegay, securing her place as the most exceptional athlete of 2023. In addition to her record-breaking feats, Kipyegon clinched gold in the 1,500m and 5,000m events, securing her third world title. Meanwhile, Kiptum made history by shattering the marathon world record, clocking an impressive two hours and 35 seconds.
Wanyonyi's redemption victory against Canadian Marco Arop and Cherotich's bronze in the 3,000m steeplechase at the world championships further solidified Kenya's dominance. Kenya made a strong impact at the World Athletics Awards Gala held on December 12, claiming four out of the eight awards presented that night. Kiptum's selection as World Athlete of the Year - Out of Stadia Events was unexpected, just as Cherotich and Wanyonyi's win in the Rising Stars awards came as a surprise.
World Athletics caught everyone off guard by replacing the Female and Male Awards with three new categories - Track, Sprints, and Out of Stadia. The attendees were amused by this unexpected change. Kenya's stellar performances in 2023 reaffirm the nation's athletic prowess, setting the stage for continued success on the global stage.