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    Faith Kipyegon

    Faith Kipyegon

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    1

    Rankings

    2

    Covers

    4

    Records

    Faith Kipyegon's career is a testament to sustained excellence, marked by historic firsts that have reshaped women's middle-distance running. She is the only woman to win three consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 1500 metres, a feat unmatched in modern track history. Her ability to break the 3:50 barrier in the 1500 metres and subsequently lower it to 3:48.68 demonstrates a level of dominance that has redefined the event's limits. Recognized by TIME as one of the 100 most influential people and honored with the Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year award, her impact extends far beyond the track. She stands as a unique figure in athletics, bridging the gap between humble beginnings and global superstardom with unparalleled consistency.

    Faith Kipyegon receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year

    Laureus World Sports Awards·2024

    Awarded for outstanding achievement in sports.

    TIME 100 Most Influential People

    TIME Magazine·2026

    Named in the Sports category for global impact.

    Honorary Doctorate

    University of Eldoret·2024

    Recognized for humility, grace, and global accomplishments.

    ASP Gold Standard Award

    Africa Soft Power Gala·2026

    Honored for contributions to African soft power through sport.

    Rankings & Lists

    #1

    Greatest of All Time - Women's 1500m

    Track and Field Community·2026

    Magazine Covers

    New African

    2017

    Top 100 Most Influential Africans

    TIME

    2026

    TIME 100 Sports List

    Records & Feats

    Most Consecutive Olympic Golds in Women's 1500m

    Olympic Record·2024

    Won gold at Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, and Paris 2024.

    Fastest 1500m by a Woman

    World Record·2023

    Set world record of 3:48.68 at the Prefontaine Classic.

    Fastest Mile by a Woman

    World Record·2023

    Set world record of 4:13.26.

    First Woman to Break 3:50 Barrier in 1500m

    Historic First·2019

    Ran 3:49.11 in Monaco in 2019.