HISTORY MAKER – Agnes Jebet Ng’etich smashes the world 10K record! 🥳🎈
In a remarkable feat of speed and endurance, Kenyan athlete Agnes Jebet, hailing from the picturesque village of Metkei in Elgeyo Marakwet County, has shattered the world 10km record at the Valencia Ibercaja in Spain.
Today marks a historic moment for Jebet as she clocked an astonishing time of 28 minutes and 46 seconds, etching her name in the annals of athletics. The significance lies not just in her victory but in becoming the first woman ever to complete a sub-29-minute 10km race. It’s a breathtaking achievement that leaves sports enthusiasts around the globe in awe.
Jebet’s triumph adds to the impressive track record of Kenyan mid and long-distance runners leading up to the upcoming Paris Olympics. The East African nation has been on a roll, with athletes like Faith Kipyegon and Marathoner Kelvin Kiptum setting the world stage ablaze in 2023.
This victory is not just a personal milestone for Agnes Jebet; it is a testament to the excellence and dedication of Kenyan athletes in the world of track and field. As the world looks forward to the Paris Olympics, Jebet’s record-breaking run is sure to inspire not only her compatriots but athletes worldwide.
Congratulations Cheptonyo!
