Faith Kipyegon Feeling Blessed After Pocketing Ksh 7.7 Million with Season-Ending Win at Athlos

Four-time world 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon has expressed her excitement after finishing her season on a high in Alexis Ohanian’s women-only event, Athlos.

Faith Kipyegon, who was making her second appearance in the event after claiming the win in the women’s 1500m last year, also dominated the mile to walk away with the $60,000 (Ksh 7.7 million) prize money set aside for winners.

The three-time Olympic champion ran a tactical race that saw her claim the win, clocking 4:17.78, the fastest time in a mile on US soil.

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Her closest challenger, Gudaf Tsegay, finished second in 4:19.75 as Nikki Hiltz rounded up the podium in the race, clocking 4:32.51.

The former world 5000m champion disclosed that as she stepped on the starting line, her focus was mainly on executing a flawless race and ensuring she came out on top.

She admitted that various aspects of the race had changed from last year, including her switch from the 1500m to the mile.

Faith Kipyegon expressed her excitement to have won her final race of the season and is now going back home to spend time with her family before preparations ahead of next season begin.

The world 5000m silver medallist noted that the weather was a bit unfavourable at this year’s edition of the event, but she managed to hold on to finally get the victory.

“I just wanted to finish my race beautifully. I started uh my season some months ago, and I was really looking forward to finishing my season beautifully, and that is exactly what I did. I just wanted to run, just enjoy the race and enjoy the atmosphere out there,” Faith Kipyegon revealed in an interview shared by Letsrun.com.

“No, today was a little bit fast compared to last year. Last year was 1500. This year was a mile, and last year we ran a tactical race. So, this year it was like no, today was like it was fast, and it was a little bit cold. So yeah, after the finish line, I was coughing a lot," she added, as per Citius Mag.

“Ah, not like last year. It was still a little bit of summer. But we thank God we are finished with the season. And this was my last starting line of the season.”

The 1500m world record holder added that getting a second invite was a great thing, as she explained how Alexis Ohanian is changing women’s sport.

She added that getting to compete while also focusing on other aspects, including entertainment and fashion, is a plus.

“It's so amazing to be here for the second time and get that opportunity to be invited. It's amazing. I feel blessed to be part of this game,” Faith Kipyegon added.

“It's amazing with a lot of things happening in between these races. It’s not only athletics, but you know it's a mix of many things, music, entertainment, fashion, it's so fun to be here.”

As Faith Kipyegon wraps up another remarkable season with victory at Athlos, she does so with gratitude and joy, celebrating not only her win but also the evolution of women’s athletics.

With her sights now set on rest and family time, Faith Kipyegon closes the year on a high note, ready to return stronger for another unforgettable season.