UK's Wightman Just Loses Out on Gold as Portuguese Isaac Nader Claims Stunning 1500m Title
During an nail-biting showdown at the global event, UK athlete Jake Wightman captured a runner-up spot in the male 1500m, crossing just 0.02 seconds behind winner Isaac Nader of Portugal.
Nerve-Wracking Finish Sees the Portuguese Runner Push to Victory
The 2022 titleholder, the former world champion, clocked a time of 3.34.12, barely failing to secure the win.
Defending champion Josh Kerr faded badly during the event and ended in last, visibly in difficulty throughout.
Bronze for Kenyan Runner as Favourites Miss Out
Reynold Cheruiyot of Kenya took bronze with a time of 3:34.25, while his teammate Timothy Cheruiyot finished in fourth position in 3 minutes 34.50 seconds.
Strong favourite Dutch entrant Niels Laros could only manage fifth place with a time of 3:34.52.
Britain’s Neil Gourley came tenth in what was the initial major final including the from Scotland three athletes since the 2019 world championships in Qatar.
Honours Outcome:
- Gold: Isaac Nader (Portugal) – 3 minutes 34.10 seconds
- Second: Jake Wightman (Britain) – 3 minutes 34.12 seconds
- Bronze: Reynold Cheruiyot (Kenyan squad) – 3.34.25
