Jeruto, Wambui lead charge in 800m final: 800m Duo keen to run tactical race in chase for medals

IAAF WORLD U18 CHAMPIONSHIPS KASARANI STADIUM Kenyan 800m Jackline Wambui(2nd R) and Ethiopian Hirut Meshesha(2nd L) lead the pack in the 800m semi-final during the IAAF World U18 Championships at Kasarani Stadium on Friday 14/07/17.[Boniface Okendo,Standard]

Rivals Ethiopia will once again provide stiff competition for local girls

The absence of the United States of America at this final edition of the IAAF World Under-18 Championships has given the host nation the tag of favourites in the 800m girls final as the teens' track and field contest comes to an end today.