News Mania Desk/Agnibeena Ghosh/11th August 2024
In a captivating display of athletic prowess, Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands clinched the gold medal in the women’s marathon at the Paris Olympics on Sunday, showcasing her renowned ability to finish strong. Hassan’s strategic late surge proved decisive, allowing her to cross the finish line in a stunning Olympic record time of 2 hours, 22 minutes, and 55 seconds.
Throughout the race, Hassan engaged in a fierce battle with Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa, who was a formidable competitor. Assefa remained a constant challenge for Hassan, maintaining a close pace throughout the marathon. However, Hassan’s signature final kick came into play as the race approached its climax. With her exceptional finishing speed, Hassan managed to pull away from Assefa in the final stretch, securing her place at the top of the podium.
Assefa, who had been a strong contender throughout the race, finished just three seconds behind Hassan, earning the silver medal with a time of 2:22:58. The close finish highlighted the intense competition between the two athletes and added to the excitement of the marathon event.
Kenya’s Hellen Obiri rounded out the top three, taking home the bronze medal with a time of 2:23:10. Obiri’s performance was notable, as she also demonstrated remarkable endurance and skill, contributing to a memorable marathon race.
Hassan’s victory is particularly significant as it not only secured her gold but also set a new Olympic record, underlining her exceptional talent and determination. Her ability to execute a powerful final kick, a hallmark of her running style, proved crucial in achieving this remarkable result. The marathon race at the Paris Olympics has been marked by its high level of competition and the dramatic finishes that captivated audiences worldwide.
This thrilling race added to the excitement of the athletics events at the Paris Games, showcasing the elite level of competition among the world’s best marathon runners. Sifan Hassan’s performance will be remembered as one of the highlights of the Olympics, as her strategic brilliance and finishing speed earned her a place in Olympic history.
