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Kenyans unstoppable in 800m heats as they eye medals tomorrow

Mary Moraa and Britain's athlete Georgia Hunter Bell react after competing in the women's 800m semi-final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 19, 2025. [AFP]

Kenya’s 800m women cast displayed brilliance as it sailed through to the final of the two-lap race in the ongoing Tokyo World Championships.

Defending world champion Mary Moraa oozed class in Heat 1 of the semi-final, making clear her intention to defend her 2023 title in the final set for tomorrow.

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