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Sifan Hassan Wins Olympic Marathon Gold, Completes Historic Triple

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PARIS – Sifan Hassan from the Netherlands delivered an impressive performance in the women’s marathon at the Olympic Games in Paris, securing her third distance medal in just one day. With 150 meters remaining in the race, she fought for position with Tigst Assefa but ultimately pushed past her to cross the finish line in record time: 2 hours, 22 minutes, and 55 seconds.

Hassan, who was born in Ethiopia and now competes for the Netherlands, added yet another gold medal to her collection, having previously won bronze in both the 5,000 and 10,000 meters at the same games. The 31-year-old athlete now has a total of six Olympic medals. In Tokyo, she achieved gold in both the 5,000 and 10,000 meters, along with a bronze in the 1,500 meters.

This year marked the first time that the women’s marathon was held on the final day of the Games, instead of the men’s marathon. Hassan executed a tactical race strategy, remaining behind the leading runners for the majority of the race before unleashing a powerful sprint, creating one of the most memorable finishes in marathon history.

During the challenging 42.195 kilometers (approximately 26.2 miles), which included steep climbs, Hassan showcased immense courage and determination. Assefa attempted to block her path to victory, but Hassan found her way around and sprinted to the finish line.

Sharon Lokedi from Kenya finished in fourth place, while defending champion Peres Jepchirchir, also from Kenya, had to settle for 15th place. This year’s race exhibited both speed and finesse, but Hassan clearly stood out as the beacon of victory in the Parisian heat.

As the Olympic Games in Paris approach their conclusion, both athletes and spectators have had an unforgettable experience. What awaits now is the closing ceremony, where the Games will officially come to an end.

Stay updated with our medal tracker and list of winners here at 365nyt.dk.
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