Beatrice Chebet Edges Faith Kipyegon for 5,000m Gold

Chebet completes World Championship double with 5,000m win

Beatrice Chebet wins gold in the women's 5,000m at the World Athletics Championships, edging Faith Kipyegon in a thrilling finish.

"Going home with two gold medals makes me really happy. I've had an amazing season...”

Beatrice Chebet made history by winning the women's 5,000m at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, securing a remarkable double gold after her 10,000m victory last weekend. Chebet's devastating burst of speed allowed her to edge out Kenyan teammate Faith Kipyegon, crossing the finish line in 14:54.36 and leaving Kipyegon 0.71 seconds behind with a time of 14:55.07.

The thrilling finale saw Kipyegon take the lead around the final bend, but Chebet's dynamic finish saw her overtake all contenders in the last 50 meters, showcasing her exceptional speed and endurance. This victory marked Chebet's second double gold in the 5,000m and 10,000m events, following her win at the Paris Olympics last year.

Beatrice Chebet delivered a stunning performance, winning the 5,000m gold medal at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. This victory marked her second gold medal in Tokyo, following her win in the 10,000m event earlier in the competition. Chebet's impressive finish time of 14:54.36 edged out her compatriot Faith Kipyegon, who took silver with a time of 14:55.07.

The women's 5,000m final featured a strategic pace set by American athletes Shelby Houlihan and Josette Andrews. The duo maintained an easy-going tempo for most of the race, with the pack of runners bunched up tightly together. As the final lap approached, Kipyegon made her move, surging to the front with Chebet running closely behind. Chebet's explosive finish in the final stretch secured her gold medal, showcasing her exceptional speed and endurance.

As the women's 5,000m race progressed, the pace picked up after the first three laps, with Shelby Houlihan leading the charge. This surge allowed Beatrice Chebet to move up the field, positioning herself strategically behind Nadia Battocletti and the leading trio. With 2km remaining, Houlihan continued to set the pace, while the East African runners, including Chebet and Faith Kipyegon, conserved energy by drafting behind her.

BEATRICE GETS THE DOUBLE 🤩

🇰🇪's Beatrice Chebet wins the 5000m after a phenomenal sprint to the finish line with 14:54.36, just ahead of her teammate @Kipyegon_Faith 😍

🇮🇹's Nadia Battocletti grabs the bronze with 14:55.42 🔥#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/hkPbWALLoD

— World Athletics (@WorldAthletics) September 20, 2025

The race was setting up for a thrilling finale, with the outcome likely to be decided by a fast and fierce last lap. Chebet and Kipyegon, both known for their speed and endurance, were well-placed to make their moves in the final stretch. As the runners entered the last lap, the tension and intensity increased, with each athlete jockeying for position and preparing to unleash their sprint to the finish line.

As the race entered its final stages, Faith Kipyegon made a decisive move with 600 meters to go, surging forward with Beatrice Chebet and Gudaf Tsegay closely following. Kipyegon expertly navigated through the field, positioning herself in second place behind Nadia Battocletti as they approached the final 400 meters.

However, Chebet had other plans. She unleashed a dynamic and blistering sprint in the final 50 meters, overtaking Kipyegon and securing the gold medal in 14:54.36. Kipyegon, who had taken the lead around the final bend, couldn't match Chebet's speed, finishing second in 14:55.07. Meanwhile, Battocletti produced an impressive finish, claiming the bronze medal in 14:55.42, narrowly edging out Shelby Houlihan.

Post-Race Comments:

Beatrice Chebet: “Going home with two gold medals makes me really happy. I've had an amazing season, and I always encourage myself to believe in my abilities.”

Faith Kipyegon: “I'm so grateful for my silver medal. I knew it was going to be a battle until the finish line, and it was a great one.”

Medal Standings:

• Gold: Beatrice Chebet (Kenya) - 14:54.36
• Silver: Faith Kipyegon (Kenya) - 14:55.07
• Bronze: Nadia Battocletti (Italy) - 14:55.42