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Kenyan Runner Wins 800m World Title in Tokyo

Kenyan Runner Wins 800m World Title in Tokyo

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Kenyan Runner Wins 800m World Title in Tokyo‍ Lilian Odira outperformed compatriot world champion Mary Moraa and Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson of Great... 21.09.2025, Sputnik Africa

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Kenyan Runner Wins 800m World Title in Tokyo‍ Lilian Odira outperformed compatriot world champion Mary Moraa and Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson of Great Britain to claim the 800m world title in Tokyo on Sunday. Odira ran a tactical race, staying behind early before surging past four rivals in the final stretch to win with a Championship Record of 1:54.62, setting a personal best.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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