Kenyan Powerhouse Faith Kipyegon Is a Finalist for World Athlete of the Year
Kenya's Faith Kipyegon has been named a finalist for the World Athlete of the Year award, following her impressive performance in the 2023 World Athletics Championships. Kipyegon, who won gold medals in both the 1500m and 5000m races at the championships, is one of five finalists for the prestigious award. The other finalists include Tigist Assefa, Femke Bol, Yulimar Rojas, and Shericka Jackson. The 29-year-old Kipyegon has had an incredible season, setting multiple world records and winning several major races. In addition to her success at the World Championships, she also won the 1500m and 5000m races at the Diamond League meets in Doha, Rome, and Paris. Kipyegon's dominance on the track has made her a strong favorite to win the World Athlete of the Year award. However, her competitors have also had impressive seasons, with each of them achieving significant victories and setting new records. Tigist Assefa, for example, set a world record in the 5000m race at the Ethiopian C