Paris, June 21, 2025 — Kenyan middle-distance sensation Faith Cherotich continued her unbeaten streak in 2025 with a commanding win in the women’s 3000m steeplechase at the Paris Diamond League. The 20-year-old clocked a personal best of 8:53.37, marking her third consecutive victory this season and solidifying her status as a top contender for the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo
Cherotich led from start to finish, holding off a strong field that included Uganda’s Olympic champion Peruth Chemutai and Ethiopia’s Sembo Almayew. Her performance not only secured the win but also set a new world-leading time for the event in 2025.
This victory adds to a series of impressive performances by Cherotich, who has been on a meteoric rise since her bronze medal at the 2021 World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Nairobi. Her consistent dominance in the steeplechase has made her a formidable force in the sport and a favorite for gold at the World Championships later this year.
With her sights set on Tokyo, Cherotich’s recent performances have not only earned her accolades but also significant prize money, further fueling her ambitions on the global stage.
As the athletics world turns its attention to the upcoming championships, Faith Cherotich’s continued excellence promises to make her a standout athlete to watch.
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