Reigning African champion Anatasha Cheptoo, and teammate Mercy Chepngeno have one primary goal in Oregon this Thursday: reclaiming the global 3000m steeplechase title last won by Olympic and World champion Faith Cherotich in Cali, Colombia, in 2022.<\/p>\n
Both athletes qualified for today\u2019s final in Tuesday\u2019s round 1, Chepngeno dominated her Heat from the start, while Cheptoo overcame a mishap at a water jump to recover and finish second in Heat 2.<\/p>\n
Following their successful qualification, the duo has pledged to use a collaborative strategy to ensure Kenya secures two medals.<\/p>\n
The women\u2019s final is scheduled for 7:42 p.m. local time, followed by the men\u2019s 3,000m final at 8:25 p.m., where Elkana Sanutia and Emmanuel Kiprono will represent the country.<\/p>\n
In addition to the finals, Marion Jepchumba who is the sole competitor in the two lap race following Nancy Jepng\u2019etich\u2019disqualification will be action in the semi final starting 6:45pm.<\/p>\n
Nahashon Pkiach and Collins Tajewou will also compete in the men\u2019s semifinals for a spot in Saturday\u2019s final.<\/p>\n
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