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Joshua Cheptegei Claims First Track Gold at Paris 2024 with Record-Breaking 10,000m Performance

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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Joshua Cheptegei sets a new Olympic record in the 10,000m to win the first track gold at Paris 2024. Discover how the Ugandan world record holder clinched victory and cemented his legacy
Joshua Cheptegei, the world record holder from Uganda

Joshua Cheptegei, the world record holder from Uganda, delivered a stellar performance to win the first track gold medal at Paris 2024, setting a new Olympic record in the 10,000m event.


Cheptegei, 27, showcased his dominance on the final lap, sprinting ahead to clock an impressive time of 26:43.14 at the Stade de France. This victory adds to his illustrious career, which includes three world championship titles in the 10,000m.


The race was fiercely contested, with Ethiopia's Berihu Aregawi taking the silver and the United States' Grant Fisher securing the bronze. Cheptegei's triumph on the striking purple track was a highlight of the evening, earning applause from the enthusiastic crowd.


Cheptegei's Olympic journey continues to inspire athletes worldwide. His record-breaking performance in Paris reaffirms his status as one of the greatest long-distance runners of all time.

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