Beatrice Chebet Breaks World Record, Smashes Through 14-Minute Barrier

Beatrice Chebet achieved a new women's 5km world record with a time of 13 minutes 54 seconds at the Cursa dels Nassos race in Barcelona. The 24-year-old athlete concluded a stellar year, marked by multiple world records and victories at the Paris Games.

Kenyan athletics sensation Beatrice Chebet has set a new world standard by breaking the 14-minute barrier in the women's 5km race, clocking in at an impressive 13 minutes 54 seconds. Her achievement at the Cursa dels Nassos in Barcelona defines an extraordinary year for the double Olympic champion.

The 24-year-old champion crossed the finish line solo, celebrating her triumph with friends, adding this world record to an impressive list of accolades. Just this year, Chebet took home gold in both the 5,000m and 10,000m events at the Paris Games.

Chebet has cemented her place in athletics history, having already broken the 10,000m world record earlier in May and securing a second Diamond League title for the 5,000m in September. Her consistency and determination continue to inspire as she dominates world stages.

(With inputs from agencies.)