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TIME TICKING AWAY: Rudisha seeks redemption at Beijing World Championships

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World Record Holder David Rudisha competes in 800m semi-final race during the National Trials Championship at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani on July 31, 2015.PHOTO/DENNIS OKEYO

Olympic champion David Rudisha will take no prisoners as he makes another attempt to quell mutiny in his 800m fortress at the World Championships, which start in Beijing on August 22.

Rudisha, 26, conceded he has a bigger problem of rectifying his running tactics in order to have a strong finishing kick at the Championships. However, with only two weeks of training left, time is ticking away for the World Record holder (1:40.91) as he puts up his final touches on his preparation.

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