The Netherlands’ Sifan Hassan made history at the Tokyo Olympics by winning the gold medal in the women’s marathon, adding to the bronze medals she had already secured in the 5,000m and 10,000m events earlier in the week. Hassan's remarkable performance showcased her exceptional talent and versatility in long-distance running.
During the marathon, Hassan demonstrated her incredible sprint finish, overtaking Ethiopia’s Tigist Assefa, who claimed the silver medal, and Kenya’s Helen Obiri, who took home the bronze, in the final meters of the race. Despite staying with the leading pack for a significant portion of the event, Hassan's strategic move in the closing stages secured her the top spot on the podium.
