Faith Kipyegon Breaks 1500m World Record with 3:48.68 in Eugene
In an electrifying display of dominance and precision, Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon shattered the women’s 1500m world record with a time of 3:48.68 at the Prefontaine Classic, part of the Wanda Diamond League Final, held on Saturday at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. The 30-year-old Olympic and world champion not only defended her status as the world’s premier middle-distance runner but also redefined the limits of human endurance in the event. Kipyegon took control of the race from the outset, sticking closely to the pacemakers and guided by the innovative Wavelight pacing technology. She hit each lap with clockwork precision, pulling away in the final 400 meters to cross the finish line well ahead of her competitors and her previous world record of 3:49.11, set in Florence just months ago (World Athletics, 2025). “This means a lot to me,” Kipyegon said moments after the race, visibly emotional. “I came here with a goal, and I felt strong and confident. I just wanted to run free, follow...