Faith Kipyegon has won the women’s 1500 metres final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

In the final held on Tuesday, September 16, she stormed to victory in a championship record time of 3:52.12, claiming her fourth world title.

Behind her, teammate Dorcus Ewoi surged into silver with a 3:54.71 finish, securing a one-two finish for the country. 

Australia’s Jessica Hull clocked 3:55.89 to take bronze.

Speaking after the race, Kipyegon reflected on her journey and what the win means to her and her country. 

“This victory means so much to me and to Kenya. To come here to Tokyo and win again at the world stage is a blessing. I want to thank my family, my coaches, and the Kenyan fans who always believe in me,” she said in a post-race interview with World Athletics.

The victory sparked an outpouring of praise from Kenyan leaders, including President William Ruto who lauded Kipyegon’s consistency and inspiration. 

In July, Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya announced a new reward structure for medal winners at major global events.

Under the new scheme, Olympic and Paralympic gold medalists will now receive Ksh3 million, quadruple the previous reward of Ksh750,000. 

Silver medalists will take home Ksh2 million, up from Ksh500,000, while bronze medalists will earn Ksh1 million, compared to the previous Ksh350,000.

For the Commonwealth Games, gold medal winners will now be awarded Ksh2.5 million, a significant increase from Ksh500,000. 

Silver medalists will receive Ksh1.5 million, up from Ksh300,000, and bronze medalists will get Ksh1 million, a fivefold rise from the earlier Ksh200,000.