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The Bomet-born champion will return home with millions after breaking the 1,500m world record at Paris Diamond League.
Two-time world and Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon is basking in the glory of her triumph at the Paris Diamond League where she shattered her own 1,500m world record.
The record-breaking feat not only bolstered her reputation as one of the finest middle-distance runners of her generation but also set the stage for significant financial rewards.
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21:00 - 07.07.2024
Indomitable Faith Kipyegon sets new 1500m World Record in Paris
Kenyan track star adds another gem on her crowded tiara.
On a remarkable Sunday, Kipyegon clocked an astounding time of 3:49.04, shaving off seven hundredths of a second from her previous world record set in 2023.
The race was a nail-biter until the last 200 meters where Kipyegon showcased her championship pedigree by pulling away from Australian runner Jessica Hull and crossing the finish line with a new record.
According to the Diamond League's prize distribution, Kipyegon will receive $10,000 (Ksh 1.27million) for her first-place finish.
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19:00 - 07.07.2024
Emmanuel Wanyonyi sets new PB with second-placed finish in Paris Diamond League
The Kenyan teenager has set a new personal best but finishes second to Algeria's Sedjati Djamel in a thrilling Paris race.
However, the financial benefits extend far beyond the immediate prize money.
For surpassing the world record, Kipyegon is entitled to a minimum bonus of $50,000 (Ksh 6.3million), a significant incentive offered by the Diamond League to encourage record-breaking performances.
This brings her total earnings from the event to at least $60,000 (Ksk 7.2million). Yet the rewards for Kipyegon affectionately known as 'Stargirl' among her fans do not end there.
The Kenyan government also recognizes the extraordinary achievements of its athletes through a special scheme.
Any Kenyan athlete who sets a world record is awarded Ksh5 million (approximately $43,000), adding to the national pride and personal gain of the athlete.
Moreover, Kipyegon's success in Paris is likely to trigger further bonuses from her sponsors.
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21:45 - 07.07.2024
'I was really scared'-Faith Kipyegon reveals after smashing 1,500m world record
The Kenyan broke her 1500m world record in Paris, expressed confidence in her shape, and showed determination for the Olympics.
While the specifics of these deals are not publicly disclosed, sponsorship agreements in athletics typically include performance-based bonuses, especially for athletes of Kipyegon's caliber who consistently break records and win medals.
The financial implications of her record-breaking performance extend into future competitions as well.
Looking ahead, Kipyegon is not just focused on financial gains but also on making history.
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07:18 - 08.07.2024
American sprint legend lauds Faith Kipyegon as 'rabbit' after her record-breaking 1500m race
On Sunday, Faith Kipyegon broke her own 1500m record in Paris, earning high praise from sprint legend Michael Johnson.
She is aiming to be the first woman to complete a hat-trick in the 1,500m at the Olympics and to claim both the 1,500m and 5,000m titles at a single Olympics.
Achievements of this magnitude would likely bring additional sponsorships and increase her marketability, thereby enhancing her earnings potential.
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