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Defending champions face formidable cast at World Championships in Budapest

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Gold medalist Faith Kipyegon, of Kenya, celebrates after the women's 1500-meter run the at the World Athletics Championships on Monday, July 18, 2022, in Eugene.[AP]

Last year's World Championship was tough. Kenya produced two gold medals, one in the women's 1500m and another in the men's 800m.

And make no mistake about this year's contest set for Budapest, Hungary from August 19 to 27; it is likely to be even tougher as defending champions prepare to ooze class once again.

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