Kenya's Beatrice Chepkoech celebrates after her new world record in the women's 3000 metre steeplechase at the IAAF Diamond League athletics 'Herculis' meeting at The Stade Louis II Stadium in Monaco on July 20, 2018. Kenyan Beatrice Chepkoech ran 8min 44.32sec to set a new 3000m steeplechase world record at the Diamond League meet in Monaco. PHOTO | VALERY HACHE | AFP
Women’s steeplechase world record holder ready to pick up from where she left off when calendar was suspended
Chepkoech had signed up for the Doha Diamond League 3,000m race before it was cancelled due to the virus
The last statement was delivered offhand, almost casually, but you bet that is a loud warning to all her rivals
The coronavirus pandemic may have jolted Beatrice Chepkoech's lofty plans this season, but like a seasoned barrier racer she has quickly regained her footing and her sights for the big prize.
The 3,000m women’s steeplechase world record holder still maintains her goal of lowering her record when competition resumes.
