TOKYO:

Faith Kipyegon produced a trademark devastating last lap to win an unprecedented fourth world women's 1,500 metres title in Tokyo on Tuesday.

The Kenyan, also over the distance, timed 3min 52.15sec to add another gold to an incredible medal haul that guarantees her place in the pantheon of the very best middle-distance runners.

Kipyegon's fourth world title matched the record held by Hicham El Guerrouj, the Moroccan who won the men's event between 1997-2003.

Her teammate Dorcus Ewoi took silver in 3:54.92 while Australian Jessica Hull claimed bronze in 3:55.16.

"Being able to defend my title and to win a fourth gold feels really special," the 31-year-old Kipyegon said.

"I just wanted to be myself. After setting the world record in Eugene, I said to myself, 'I have to go to Tok

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