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Jakob Ingebrigtsen, despite starting fifth, won the 5,000m at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship. He finished more than half a second ahead of the competition. The event featured eight finals in one session, with winners receiving $150,000 each.
The Americans dominated the night, winning the mixed 4x100m relay and both hurdles finals. They filled eight of the 24 podium places and took the first four spots in the men’s 110m hurdles. Ingebrigtsen’s victory was particularly notable after his Achilles surgery. Read more racing coverage.
The 5,000m race was tactical, with Ingebrigtsen staying back until the final lap. He finished in 12:59.24, with seven runners finishing within 0.35 seconds of each other. Ingebrigtsen expressed his joy at the win, considering his injury history. Related: Jakob Ingebrigtsen wins Ultimate 5,000m, beats Hocker.
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Jakob Ingebrigtsen wins the 5,000m in a dramatic finish at the inaugural event. Jakob Ingebrigtsen, despite starting fifth, won the 5,000m at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship. He finished more than half a second ahead of the competition. The event featured eight finals in one session, with winners receiving $150,000 each.
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Runner World published this brief on September 13, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated September 12, 2026.
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