World U20 Championships: Will Kenya Women’s 3000m steeplechase duo stop Ethiopia?

Jackline Chepkoech (Left) and Faith Cherotich compete in the 3000m SC women final during the Athletics Kenya Trials World U20 Championship at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani in Nairobi, Kenya on July 3, 2021. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Once again, Kenya faces the huge task of stopping Ethiopians in the Women’s 3000m steeplechase final at the World Under 20 Athletics Championships staged at the Moi Sports Complex, Kasarani.

Jackline Chepkoech and Faith Cherotich need to ensure Kenya retains its respect and a place on the throne in the 'traditional' steeplechase race by defending the crown won by Celiphine Chespol in Tampere in 2018.