Three Kenyans into 3000M women's Steeplechase finals

Budapest 

Thursday, 24 August, 2023 

McCreadie Andias 

Three Kenyan names will appear in the 3000m women's Steeplechase Finals with the semi final heats dominated by African athletes. 

Kenya’s Faith Cherotich won her heat in 9:19.55 with Ethiopia’s Sembo Almayew second in 9:19.60 and Uganda’s Peruth Cheutai third in 9:20.03.

“The goal was to make the final which I did,” said Cherotich. “I am really proud as this is my first world championships. The race was not really fast. I managed to save some energy. In the final I want to fight for any medal, but first I need to discuss the strategy with my coach.”

Kenya’s Beatrice Chepkoech was second in her heat in 9:19.22 with Ethiopian Lomi Muleta third in 9:20.13 and Tunisia’s Marwa Bouzayani fifth in 9:23.07 to also go through.

Kenya’s Jackline Chepkoech progressed after winning the third heat in 9:16.41 with Ethiopia’s Zerfe Wondemagegn second in 9:16.97.

“I ran my best tonight and I will do it again in the final,” said 19-year-old Chepkoech. “I am the fastest here, but I am also one of the youngest, so I don't know what will happen. I will try to show all my talents.”

The Finals are set for Sunday Evening .