Some people wonder how 5,000m and 10,000m runners can run all those laps without getting bored. Rest assured, when you’re running this fast, the laps fly by and you don’t even get that much time to think about them.
The 5,000m and 10,000m at the 2024 Paris Olympics have some stacked fields, but we’ve compiled our top 11 picks for who we’re most excited to watch, plus our bold predictions.
Moh Ahmed
🇨🇦 CAN | 5,000m, 10,0000m
Bio: Mohammed “Moh” Ahmed was born in Mogadishu, Somalia, but moved to Canada at the age of 11, where he eventually became a naturalized citizen. Ahmed attended the University of Wisconsin, where he competed for the Badgers. He made his Olympic debut at the 2012 London Games and has since become one of Canada’s top distance runners. Ahmed has excelled on the international stage with multiple medals in World Championships and Pan American Games.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Ahmed delivered a stellar performance at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, securing a silver medal in the 10,000 meters. This achievement sets him up as a strong contender for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, where he aims to build on his previous successes and potentially secure his first Olympic gold.
Watch For This: Ahmed is known for his strategic racing style, often characterized by his patience and strong finishing kick. He typically positions himself comfortably within the leading pack throughout the race, conserving energy for a powerful surge in the final laps. Ahmed’s ability to maintain a steady pace and then put down the hammer towards the end makes him a medal contender.
Our Predictions: Podiums in the 10,000m, struggles in the 5000m final.
Moh Ahmed
🇨🇦 CAN | 5,000m, 10,0000m
Bio: Mohammed “Moh” Ahmed was born in Mogadishu, Somalia, but moved to Canada at the age of 11, where he eventually became a naturalized citizen. Ahmed attended the University of Wisconsin, where he competed for the Badgers. He made his Olympic debut at the 2012 London Games and has since become one of Canada’s top distance runners. Ahmed has excelled on the international stage with multiple medals in World Championships and Pan American Games.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Ahmed delivered a stellar performance at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, securing a silver medal in the 10,000 meters. This achievement sets him up as a strong contender for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, where he aims to build on his previous successes and potentially secure his first Olympic gold.
Watch For This: Ahmed is known for his strategic racing style, often characterized by his patience and strong finishing kick. He typically positions himself comfortably within the leading pack throughout the race, conserving energy for a powerful surge in the final laps. Ahmed’s ability to maintain a steady pace and then put down the hammer towards the end makes him a medal contender.
Our Predictions: Podiums in the 10,000m, struggles in the 5000m final.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Ahmed delivered a stellar performance at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, securing a silver medal in the 10,000 meters. This achievement sets him up as a strong contender for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, where he aims to build on his previous successes and potentially secure his first Olympic gold.
Watch For This: Ahmed is known for his strategic racing style, often characterized by his patience and strong finishing kick. He typically positions himself comfortably within the leading pack throughout the race, conserving energy for a powerful surge in the final laps. Ahmed’s ability to maintain a steady pace and then put down the hammer towards the end makes him a medal contender.
Our Predictions: Podiums in the 10,000m, struggles in the 5000m final.
Beatrice Chebet
🇰🇪 KEN | 5,000m, 10,000m
Bio: Beatrice Chebet rose to prominence as a junior athlete when she captured gold in the 5,000 meters at the 2018 World U20 Championships in Tampere, Finland. Known for her exceptional talent and resilience, Chebet transitioned seamlessly to senior competitions, becoming a dominant figure in international athletics. Her accomplishments in the 5000m has made her one of Kenya’s brightest prospects for the Olympic Games.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Chebet had a standout year, culminating in her victory at the World Cross Country Championships in Bathurst, Australia. This triumph not only showcased her versatility across different terrains but also solidified her status as a top contender in long-distance events leading up to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her cross-country success, combined with strong performances on the track, positions her as a dominant figurre in the 5000m at the upcoming Games.
Watch For This: Chebet’s racing style, like many 5000m runners, is characterized by her aggressive approach and remarkable closing speed, she just does it really well. She often takes control of races early, setting a challenging pace that tests the endurance of her competitors. Chebet’s ability to maintain a high tempo and then deliver a powerful kick in the final stages makes her a thrill to watch. Her tactical acumen, combined with her natural speed and stamina, enables her to outpace and outsmart her rivals, particularly in the closing laps of a race. Keep an eye on Chebet’s finishing strategy, as her explosive sprints in the final stretch are often decisive in securing victories.
Our Predictions: Dominates the 10,000m to win gold, takes silver in the 5000m.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Chebet had a standout year, culminating in her victory at the World Cross Country Championships in Bathurst, Australia. This triumph not only showcased her versatility across different terrains but also solidified her status as a top contender in long-distance events leading up to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her cross-country success, combined with strong performances on the track, positions her as a dominant figurre in the 5000m at the upcoming Games.
Watch For This: Chebet’s racing style, like many 5000m runners, is characterized by her aggressive approach and remarkable closing speed, she just does it really well. She often takes control of races early, setting a challenging pace that tests the endurance of her competitors. Chebet’s ability to maintain a high tempo and then deliver a powerful kick in the final stages makes her a thrill to watch. Her tactical acumen, combined with her natural speed and stamina, enables her to outpace and outsmart her rivals, particularly in the closing laps of a race. Keep an eye on Chebet’s finishing strategy, as her explosive sprints in the final stretch are often decisive in securing victories.
Our Predictions: Dominates the 10,000m to win gold, takes silver in the 5000m.
Nadia Battocletti
🇮🇹 ITA | 5,000m, 10,000m
Bio: Nadia Battocletti comes from a family of runners, so success is in her DNA. She followed in the footsteps of her father, Giuliano Battocletti, a former middle-distance runner. Nadia quickly rose through the ranks of European athletics, making a name for herself in both cross country and track events. Known for her dedication and work ethic, Battocletti represents the new generation of Italian distance runners, who began to make a name for themselves, especially in road disciplines.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Battocletti won gold in the 5000m at the European Athletics U23 Championships in Espoo, Finland. At the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, at the young age of 21, Battocletti showed up and truly competed against the big names in track, and snaggged a top-8 placing, finishing 7th. With momentum from 2023 and experience in past Olympic Games, Battocletti heads into the 2024 Paris Olympics with high expectations and as a strong contender for a podium finish.
Watch For This: Battocletti’s running style is not by her smooth, efficient stride and tactical intelligence. She often stays close to the front of the pack, maintaining a steady pace while eyeing and assessing her competitors. Battocletti’s ability to conserve energy and then execute a well-timed surge in the final stages of the race is a key aspect of her strategy. Fans should watch for her strategic positioning and decisive moves in the latter parts of the race, where her tactical smarts often gives her the edge over her rivals.
Our Predictions: Surprise upset in the 5,000m lands her a bronze medal, middle of the pack finish in the 10,000m.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Battocletti won gold in the 5000m at the European Athletics U23 Championships in Espoo, Finland. At the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, at the young age of 21, Battocletti showed up and truly competed against the big names in track, and snaggged a top-8 placing, finishing 7th. With momentum from 2023 and experience in past Olympic Games, Battocletti heads into the 2024 Paris Olympics with high expectations and as a strong contender for a podium finish.
Watch For This: Battocletti’s running style is not by her smooth, efficient stride and tactical intelligence. She often stays close to the front of the pack, maintaining a steady pace while eyeing and assessing her competitors. Battocletti’s ability to conserve energy and then execute a well-timed surge in the final stages of the race is a key aspect of her strategy. Fans should watch for her strategic positioning and decisive moves in the latter parts of the race, where her tactical smarts often gives her the edge over her rivals.
Our Predictions: Surprise upset in the 5,000m lands her a bronze medal, middle of the pack finish in the 10,000m.
Joshua Cheptegei
🇺🇬 UGA | 5,000m, 10,0000m
Bio: Joshua Cheptegei is one of the most dominant distance runners in the world, excelling in both track and road events. Cheptegei made his mark with record-breaking performances and a remarkable consistency in international competitions and high-stakes events. The 27-year-old made his debut in the marathon recently, with the idea of competing at the Olympics in the distance, but after a tough start, made the decision to stick with his stronger track events.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Cheptegei solidified his status as a dominant force in distance running by winning the gold medal in the 10,000 meters at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. In the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, he won gold in the 5,000 meters and silver in the 10,000 meters. His Olympic success came on the heels of a remarkable 2020 season, where he broke the world records in both the 5,000 meters (12:35.36) and the 10,000 meters (26:11.00). Cheptegei’s list of accolades sets the stage for a highly anticipated performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he aims to defend his title and possibly break more records.
Watch For This: Cheptegei is known for his aggressive and commanding racing style. He often takes the lead early in the race, setting a fast pace that challenges his competitors to keep up, who typically prefer a faster back-end. Cheptegei consistently aims to maintain this high tempo throughout the race, often breaking away from the pack in the later stages. His ability to sustain a blistering pace and then unleash a powerful finishing kick will leave him with a target on his back at these Games.
Our Predictions: Hasn’t had the perfect build into Paris and suffers because of it.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Cheptegei solidified his status as a dominant force in distance running by winning the gold medal in the 10,000 meters at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. In the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, he won gold in the 5,000 meters and silver in the 10,000 meters. His Olympic success came on the heels of a remarkable 2020 season, where he broke the world records in both the 5,000 meters (12:35.36) and the 10,000 meters (26:11.00). Cheptegei’s list of accolades sets the stage for a highly anticipated performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he aims to defend his title and possibly break more records.
Watch For This: Cheptegei is known for his aggressive and commanding racing style. He often takes the lead early in the race, setting a fast pace that challenges his competitors to keep up, who typically prefer a faster back-end. Cheptegei consistently aims to maintain this high tempo throughout the race, often breaking away from the pack in the later stages. His ability to sustain a blistering pace and then unleash a powerful finishing kick will leave him with a target on his back at these Games.
Our Predictions: Hasn’t had the perfect build into Paris and suffers because of it.
Faith Kipyegon
🇰🇪 KEN | 1,500m, 5,000m
Bio: 30-year-old Faith Kipyegon is another athlete who will compete the challenging 1500m/5000m double. She’s a two-time Olympic Champion, four-time World Champion, and five-time Diamond League Final Champion…to name a few. She’s gone nearly unbeaten in the 1500m and the 5000m since her last Olympic Games in Tokyo and intends to keep that streak going in Paris.
What You Should Know: Despite her long list of accolades, all the attention is on Faith Kipyegon’s recent world record in the 1500m. Kipyegon clocked 3:49.04 at the Paris Diamond League and said she’s leaving that meet with confidence ahead of the Olympic Games. Kipyegon will be aiming for a historic double, with eyes on the top spot of the podium in both the 1500m and the 5000m.
Watch For This: She will dominate the race. Kipyegon will want to run the race from the front and control the pace. There are other solid athletes that will challenge her, but it’s Kipyegon’s race to lose.
Our Predictions: She completes the double, winning the 1500m and the 5000m.
What You Should Know: Despite her long list of accolades, all the attention is on Faith Kipyegon’s recent world record in the 1500m. Kipyegon clocked 3:49.04 at the Paris Diamond League and said she’s leaving that meet with confidence ahead of the Olympic Games. Kipyegon will be aiming for a historic double, with eyes on the top spot of the podium in both the 1500m and the 5000m.
Watch For This: She will dominate the race. Kipyegon will want to run the race from the front and control the pace. There are other solid athletes that will challenge her, but it’s Kipyegon’s race to lose.
Our Predictions: She completes the double, winning the 1500m and the 5000m.
Narve Gilje Nordås
🇳🇴 NOR | 1,500m, 5000m
Bio: Since the Tokyo Olympics, Narve Gilje Nordås has emerged as one of Norway’s most promising talents in middle-distance running, specializing in the 1,500 meters and 5,000 meters. Trained by Gjert Ingebrigtsen, the controversial coach behind the success of the famous Ingebrigtsen brothers, Nordås has quickly ascended through the ranks of European athletics. His rapid improvement have made him a key figure to watch at this year’s Games.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Nordås achieved a significant breakthrough by winning the bronze medal in the 1,500m at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. This accomplishment marked his arrival on the global stage, after not even making it out of the heats just a couple years prior in the Tokyo Olympics. Nordås’s performance in Budapest has created quite the buzz and some high expectations for his potential to compete with the Jakob Ingebrigtsen at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Watch For This: Not the speediest in the pack, Nordås is known for his strategic and tactical racing style. He often positions himself in the middle of the pack, conserving energy while keeping a close eye on his competitors. Nordås’s ability to read the race and time his moves effectively allows him to stay on the the heels of top competitors. His strength lies in his ability to navigate through tight packs in the final laps.
Our Predictions: Ingebrigtsen is the star Norwegian in the 1,500m, and Nordås settles for a top-8 in the 5,000m.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Nordås achieved a significant breakthrough by winning the bronze medal in the 1,500m at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. This accomplishment marked his arrival on the global stage, after not even making it out of the heats just a couple years prior in the Tokyo Olympics. Nordås’s performance in Budapest has created quite the buzz and some high expectations for his potential to compete with the Jakob Ingebrigtsen at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Watch For This: Not the speediest in the pack, Nordås is known for his strategic and tactical racing style. He often positions himself in the middle of the pack, conserving energy while keeping a close eye on his competitors. Nordås’s ability to read the race and time his moves effectively allows him to stay on the the heels of top competitors. His strength lies in his ability to navigate through tight packs in the final laps.
Our Predictions: Ingebrigtsen is the star Norwegian in the 1,500m, and Nordås settles for a top-8 in the 5,000m.
Gudaf Tsegay
🇪🇹 ETH | 1,500m, 5,000m, 10,000m
Bio: Known for her incredible speed and endurance, Gudaf Tsegay has become one of the leading figures in women’s middle and long-distance running. She’ll be competing the challenging triple at the Olympics, running in the 1,500m, 5,000m, and 10,000m. Her rise to prominence in international athletics is marked by numerous medals and record-breaking runs, including two World Champion titles, Olympic bronze medalist, and World Indoor Champion.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Tsegay continued her dominance by winning the gold medal in the 5,000m at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. This victory added to her already impressive list of accomplishments, including previous World Championship medals and a bronze medal in the Olympic 1,500m. Tsegay’s triumph in Budapest sets her up as a favorite for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she will aim to add to her medal tally, however, with a deep field and a tiring schedule running three events, anything could happen.
Watch For This: Tsegay is renowned for her aggressive racing style and exceptional finishing speed. She often starts her races at a controlled pace, staying within striking distance of the leaders before unleashing a devastating kick in the final laps. Tsegay’s ability to accelerate dramatically in the last 400 meters makes her a formidable competitor, especially in tactical races. Since Tsegay will be racing three events, she’ll have more fatigue in the legs than most of her competitors, so keep an eye on how this affects her in the later races.
Our Predictions: Does well in preliminary rounds, but is burnt out by the time finals roll around.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Tsegay continued her dominance by winning the gold medal in the 5,000m at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. This victory added to her already impressive list of accomplishments, including previous World Championship medals and a bronze medal in the Olympic 1,500m. Tsegay’s triumph in Budapest sets her up as a favorite for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she will aim to add to her medal tally, however, with a deep field and a tiring schedule running three events, anything could happen.
Watch For This: Tsegay is renowned for her aggressive racing style and exceptional finishing speed. She often starts her races at a controlled pace, staying within striking distance of the leaders before unleashing a devastating kick in the final laps. Tsegay’s ability to accelerate dramatically in the last 400 meters makes her a formidable competitor, especially in tactical races. Since Tsegay will be racing three events, she’ll have more fatigue in the legs than most of her competitors, so keep an eye on how this affects her in the later races.
Our Predictions: Does well in preliminary rounds, but is burnt out by the time finals roll around.
Weini Kelati
🇺🇸 USA | 10,000m
Bio: Weini Kelati is an Eritrean-American long-distance runner born in the small village of Adi-Gombolo, Eritrea. Kelati moved to the United States as a teenager and quickly established herself as a force in collegiate and then professional running. Competing for the University of New Mexico, she garnered multiple NCAA titles and All-American honors. Now a professional athlete, Kelati specializes in the 5,000m and 10,000m, and has made significant strides on the international stage with some big results on home soil.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Kelati made headlines by winning the USATF 10,000m national championship, demonstrating her dominance on the national stage and solidified her position as a top contender for the 2024 Paris Olympics with another strong performance at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials. Kelati also has an impressive track record from her collegiate career, where she won multiple NCAA titles in cross country and track events, including the 2019 NCAA Cross Country Championships and the 10,000m at the 2019 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
What For This: Kelati is known for her aggressive and front-running racing style. She often takes the lead early, setting a fast and relentless pace that puts pressure on her competitors. However, with some big names in a stacked 10,000m lineup and being in her first Olympic Games, it will be interesting how this impacts her front-running style.
Our Predictions: I’m a big fan of Kelati and would LOVE to see a big upset where she finds her way to a bronze medal.
What You Should Know: In 2023, Kelati made headlines by winning the USATF 10,000m national championship, demonstrating her dominance on the national stage and solidified her position as a top contender for the 2024 Paris Olympics with another strong performance at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials. Kelati also has an impressive track record from her collegiate career, where she won multiple NCAA titles in cross country and track events, including the 2019 NCAA Cross Country Championships and the 10,000m at the 2019 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
What For This: Kelati is known for her aggressive and front-running racing style. She often takes the lead early, setting a fast and relentless pace that puts pressure on her competitors. However, with some big names in a stacked 10,000m lineup and being in her first Olympic Games, it will be interesting how this impacts her front-running style.
Our Predictions: I’m a big fan of Kelati and would LOVE to see a big upset where she finds her way to a bronze medal.
Jacob Kiplimo
🇺🇬 UGA | 5,000m, 10,000m
Bio: At just 23 years old, Jacob Kiplimo is a young distance runner who has already made his mark in the sport. An Olympic bronze medalist, world record holder, and World Champion, Kiplimo has shown his versatility on the track, road, and in cross-counrty. In the 10,000m, Kiplimo has settled for bronze at two major event, the Olympics and World Championships, so he’ll be looking to move up the podium in Paris this year. Although young, Kiplimo brings a wealth of experience from previous Olympics, major Games like the Commonwealth Games, and World Championships.
What You Should Know: Kiplimo became the youngest ever Olympian at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics at just 115 years old. Despite it being one of his. first international events at the senior level, Kiplimo went on to win the bronze medal in the 10,000m with a time of 27:43.88. Additionally, he holds the world record in the half marathon, set in November 2021 with a time of 57:31 at the Lisbon Half Marathon.
Watch For This: Kiplimo is young, excited, and aggressive, and this reflects in his racing style. Although he may not come in with as much experience as some of his competitors, he won’t be an underdog, and will have a target on his back. Kiplimo won’t be scared to take a risk and make a decisive move in the race, so keep an eye on him as he may make a surge of pace to ignite the race.
Our Predictions: Kiplimo seems to always pull something off on the biggest stages, podiums in both of his races.
What You Should Know: Kiplimo became the youngest ever Olympian at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics at just 115 years old. Despite it being one of his. first international events at the senior level, Kiplimo went on to win the bronze medal in the 10,000m with a time of 27:43.88. Additionally, he holds the world record in the half marathon, set in November 2021 with a time of 57:31 at the Lisbon Half Marathon.
Watch For This: Kiplimo is young, excited, and aggressive, and this reflects in his racing style. Although he may not come in with as much experience as some of his competitors, he won’t be an underdog, and will have a target on his back. Kiplimo won’t be scared to take a risk and make a decisive move in the race, so keep an eye on him as he may make a surge of pace to ignite the race.
Our Predictions: Kiplimo seems to always pull something off on the biggest stages, podiums in both of his races.
Selemon Barega
🇪🇹 ETH | 5,000m, 10,000m
Bio: Selemon Barega is coming to Paris with a bit of added pressure as the defending Olympic Champion in the 10,000m. Since then, Barega has continued to build on his impressive career with a standout performance at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, where he claimed a silver medal in the 10,000m, finishing with a time of 26:45.94. Barega will certainly be a strong contender for the podium in both the 5,000m and in the 10,000m, where he will aim to defend his title.
What You Should Know: Barega made a significant impact at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021), winning the gold medal in the 10,000m with a time of 27:43.22. This victory marked a major milestone in his career, showcasing his talent on the world’s biggest stage. Additionally, Barega has competed in multiple World Athletics Championships, consistently performing at a high level and earning medals. His personal bests include 12:43.02 in the 5,000m and 26:44.73 in the 10,000m
Watch For This: Barega’s competitors know he will be one to watch, so it won’t be easy for him to get away from the pack. However, his long stride and fast turnover allow him that extra speed he needs to often get away from them. His tactical awareness will also be key here. With a stacked field in the men’s 10,000m, Barega will need to time his move perfectly in order to defend his title.
Our Predictions: An incredibly stacked field in the 10,000m and 5,000m, Barega falls short in both races, placing fourth in the 10,000m
What You Should Know: Barega made a significant impact at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021), winning the gold medal in the 10,000m with a time of 27:43.22. This victory marked a major milestone in his career, showcasing his talent on the world’s biggest stage. Additionally, Barega has competed in multiple World Athletics Championships, consistently performing at a high level and earning medals. His personal bests include 12:43.02 in the 5,000m and 26:44.73 in the 10,000m
Watch For This: Barega’s competitors know he will be one to watch, so it won’t be easy for him to get away from the pack. However, his long stride and fast turnover allow him that extra speed he needs to often get away from them. His tactical awareness will also be key here. With a stacked field in the men’s 10,000m, Barega will need to time his move perfectly in order to defend his title.
Our Predictions: An incredibly stacked field in the 10,000m and 5,000m, Barega falls short in both races, placing fourth in the 10,000m
Sifan Hassan
🇳🇱 NLD | 1,500m, 5,000m, 10,000m, Marathon
Bio: Sifan Hassan has been one of the most talked about athletes coming into these Olympics in Paris. At the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Hassan competed in an unprecedented triple, including the 1,500m, 5,000m, and 10,000m. This year, she’s taking it a step further, adding in the marathon. The Dutch star has been at the top of her game for a number of years, but the challenge she’s taking on in Paris this year is unheard of.
What You Should Know: Hassan’s Olympic achievements are highlighted by her historic performance at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she won gold in the 5,000m and 10,000m, and bronze in the 1,500m. Hassan also holds the European records for the 1,500m (3:51.95), mile (4:12.33), and 10,000m (29:06.82), along with world records in the mile and the one-hour run. Her dominance extends to the World Championships, where she has claimed multiple titles, and in the marathon, where she won her first two marathons ever, the 2023 London Marathon and the 2023 Chicago Marathon.
Watch For This: Sifan Hassan doesn’t hold back when racing. She’s aggressive and fearless. However, competing all four events will certainly take its toll. We’ll be paying attention to see if she plays it a bit more conservative in the opening days of the Olympics, knowing that her final three days will be the most challenging, with the 10,000m finals, 1,500m finals, and marathon taking place consecutively.
Our Predictions: Medals in the 5,000m and 10,000m, but has too much fatigue for the 1,500m and marathon.
What You Should Know: Hassan’s Olympic achievements are highlighted by her historic performance at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she won gold in the 5,000m and 10,000m, and bronze in the 1,500m. Hassan also holds the European records for the 1,500m (3:51.95), mile (4:12.33), and 10,000m (29:06.82), along with world records in the mile and the one-hour run. Her dominance extends to the World Championships, where she has claimed multiple titles, and in the marathon, where she won her first two marathons ever, the 2023 London Marathon and the 2023 Chicago Marathon.
Watch For This: Sifan Hassan doesn’t hold back when racing. She’s aggressive and fearless. However, competing all four events will certainly take its toll. We’ll be paying attention to see if she plays it a bit more conservative in the opening days of the Olympics, knowing that her final three days will be the most challenging, with the 10,000m finals, 1,500m finals, and marathon taking place consecutively.
Our Predictions: Medals in the 5,000m and 10,000m, but has too much fatigue for the 1,500m and marathon.
