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Beatrice Chebet wins gold for Kenya in 5000m final

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Kenya's Beatrice Chebet wins gold in the women's 5000m final, taking the country's gold tally to six [Kelly Ayodi]

Beatrice Chebet gave Kenya's sixth gold medal after sprinting to victory in the women's 5000m finals at the ongoing 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, United Kingdom on Sunday evening.

Selah Busienei ensured Kenya will go back home with two medals in the 12 laps race after claiming bronze in a packed Alexandria Stadium.

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