Kibiwott holds on for gold after Chepkoech won women race

Gold medalist Jackline Chepkoech of Team Kenya poses for a photo during the medal ceremony for the Women's 3000m Steeplechase Final on day nine of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on August 06, 2022 on the Birmingham, England. (Kelly Ayodi, Standard)

Abraham Kibiwott held off India's Avinash Sable at the line to win the men's 3,000m steeplechase gold medal yesterday after Jackline Chepkoech had dominated the corresponding women's race on Friday night at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

Kibiwott's victory ensured Kenya won the title for the ninth consecutive time. Kenya has won this title since 1974 with the exception of 1986 when they boycotted the games.