On July 5th, the world will watch as Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon, Kenya’s reigning distance queens, step onto the track at Hayward Field for a highly anticipated showdown at the Prefontaine Classic.
Beatrice Chebet now aims for World Record at the Prefontaine Classic
Fans eagerly await this clash of titans, knowing both athletes dominate headlines and rewrite the record books with every race.
Beatrice Chebet charges into the Prefontaine Classic as the reigning Olympic champion in both the 5000m and 10,000m, having shattered world records and secured Kenya’s first-ever women’s 10,000m Olympic gold since 1988.
She blazed a world record of 28:54.14 in the 10,000m at last year’s Prefontaine meet, defended her World Cross Country title, and clinched double gold at the Paris Olympics.
Beatrice Chebet’s relentless drive and signature sprint finish earn her the nickname “smiling assassin,” and she continues to chase new heights, targeting gold at the upcoming World Championships.
Why Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet are a Key Factor at the Prefontaine Classic
Faith Kipyegon, meanwhile, cements her legacy as one of the greatest middle-distance runners ever. She holds three Olympic golds and world records in the 1500m and mile, and she proves her versatility by excelling at longer distances.
Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon
At the 2024 Kenya Athletics Olympic Trials, Kipyegon crossed the finish line in first place with a time of 14:46.28, while Chebet finished second in 14:52.55, in a thrilling Olympic trial for the 5000m.
Meanwhile, at the Prefontaine Classic, Faith Kipyegon will focus on her 1500m, while Chebet will eye another glory in the 5000m.
Moreover, both athletes join other Kenyan legends like Hellen Obiri and Ruth Chepng’etich as nominees for the 2025 Sportsperson of the Year Awards (SOYA).
Their performances not only push each other to new limits but also inspire millions around the world.
When Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon toe the line at the Prefontaine Classic, fans can expect a race packed with sportsmanship.
