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Sifan Hassan wins her heat of the 1500m prelims at the World Athletics Championships with a strong last lap, while Kenneth Rooks impresses by beating El Bakkali in the men's steeplechase prelims. Americans Nikki Hiltz, Cory McGee, and Sinclaire Johnson also advance in the women's 1500m.
Kenneth Rooks, a junior steeplechaser from BYU, won the men's 3,000 meter steeplechase final at the U.S. Track and Field Championships after falling during the race. Rooks drew inspiration from Henry Marsh, a four-time Olympian, and ran in "Henry Marsh mode" to pass all 13 runners who had gone ahead of him. Marsh, impressed by Rooks' performance, believes he has a great future and sees similarities between them. Rooks will now train for the World Track and Field Championships in Budapest, Hungary, and aims to make the Olympic team.
Kenneth Rooks, a junior at Brigham Young University (BYU), won the men's 3,000-meter steeplechase at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships after recovering from a fall. Rooks became the first collegiate runner to win gold at the USA Championships in 32 years. Despite the setback, he caught up to all 13 runners ahead of him and finished with a personal-best time of 8:16.78. Rooks plans to compete in the World Track and Field Championships and the Olympic trials next year.
Kenneth Rooks, a junior at BYU, made an unforgettable comeback at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the 3,000 meter steeplechase after falling early in the race. Despite the setback, Rooks sprinted into the top three and secured first place, running ten seconds faster than his previous championship win. His teammates were ecstatic and proud of his resilience, considering it a testament to the power of perseverance.
Kenneth Rooks, a Latter-day Saint from Brigham Young University, fell during the 3,000-meter steeplechase at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships but managed to recover and win the race. Despite the fall, Rooks recorded his fastest time in the event and his victory comes after winning the NCAA championships. Rooks' triumph is even more impressive as he competed against professional athletes. His inspiring comeback has garnered attention on social media, with many praising his determination and resilience.
Kenneth Rooks of Brigham Young University (BYU) won the men's 3000-meter steeplechase crown at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships after falling during the race. Rooks' remarkable comeback and victory caught the attention of Twitter users, who praised his perseverance and shared their admiration for his achievement.
BYU runner Kenneth Rooks fell down during the 3000m steeplechase race at the USATF Outdoor Championships but managed to get back up and win the event for a national championship. Rooks closed the gap on the runners ahead of him, took the lead near the finish line, and finished with a personal best time of 8:16:78. He beat out professional runners to claim the title and has been a standout member of BYU's Track & Field team, earning All-America honors and winning the 2023 NCAA national title in steeplechase.
Kenneth Rooks of BYU won the men's 3000-meter steeplechase at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, despite falling during the race. Rooks fell early on but gradually worked his way back to the pack, eventually overtaking the leaders and winning the race. His victory was a testament to patience and determination, and he recorded his fastest time in the steeplechase event. Rooks is expected to represent the U.S. in the world championships next month.
BYU's Casey Clinger finished third in the 10,000-meter run at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, while teammate Kenneth Rooks advanced to the steeplechase final. BYU's 4 x 400 relay team set a school record but failed to advance to the final. Weber State's Bronson Winter did not advance in the steeplechase. The women's competition will take place on Thursday, with the men's competition concluding on Friday.
BYU men's track and field team qualified athletes in four more events for the NCAA championships, including Dallin Shurts in the discus, Kenneth Rooks in the steeplechase, Casey Clinger in the 5,000-meter run, and the 4x400-meter relay team. Rooks set an American collegiate record earlier this month but was beaten by Montana's Duncan Hamilton on Friday. The BYU men qualified a total of seven athletes in individual events plus the relay.