Josh Kerr and Jakob Ingebrigtsen will face off in the 1,500m final at Budapest's National Athletics Centre. Neither runner qualified for the event, but both received special invitations. The field expanded to 13 runners, with prize money now awarded to 13th place.

Kerr, the 2023 world champion, and Ingebrigtsen, the 2021 Olympic champion, have a history of close races. Ingebrigtsen recently returned from Achilles surgery and will compete in both the 1,500m and 5,000m finals. Kerr holds the fastest mile in history, though it is yet to be ratified. Read more culture coverage.

The governing body cited the importance of both runners for the race's completeness. Kerr aims to prove himself in the biggest races, while Ingebrigtsen looks forward to racing. The final will take place on Sept. 13, with other contenders including Cole Hocker and Isaac Nader. Related: Comrades Marathon Expands Field to 28,000 for 100th Anniversary.

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