فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Rabat – Moroccan star Soufiane El Bakkali, Olympic and world champion, electrified the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat with a dominant victory in the 3000m steeplechase at the Wanda Diamond League, clocking a world-leading time of 8:00.70.
The Tokyo 2021 and Budapest 2022 gold medalist delivered a masterclass performance at the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting, the fourth leg of the 2025 Diamond League, leaving Germany’s Frederik Ruppert (8:01.49) and Kenya’s Edmund Serem (8:07.47) in his wake.
Global Stars Shine in Rabat
The meet also saw American sprinter Courtney Lindsay storm to victory in the 200m with a time of 20.04 seconds, edging out Liberia’s Joseph Fahnbulleh (20.12) and fellow American Fred Kerley (20.16).
In the 1500m, Jonah Koech of the U.S. set a new meet record (3:31.43), finishing ahead of Kenya’s Reynold Cheruiyot (3:31.78) and Festus Lagat (3:32.06). Morocco’s Anass Essayi claimed fifth place with a time of 3:32.88.
El Bakkali Cements His Legacy
This win further solidifies El Bakkali’s status as the undisputed king of distance running, following his historic triumphs at the Olympics and World Championships. The 28-year-old remains a top contender for gold at Los Angeles 2028.
“Winning in Rabat in front of my home crowd is always special,” said El Bakkali. “This performance gives me great confidence for the challenges ahead.”
Morocco Shines on Global Stage
The event reinforced Morocco’s reputation as a premier athletics hub, attracting elite competitors while showcasing local talent. The Olympic Stadium buzzed with excitement as fans witnessed thrilling races, particularly El Bakkali’s breathtaking display of endurance and tactical brilliance.
