Day 4 Highlights | World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25

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The fourth night of the 2025 World Athletics Championships showcased remarkable performances and historic achievements. Faith Kipyegon secured her fourth world championship title in the women's 1500 meters with a dominant win, further solidifying her status as an unstoppable force. The men's 110m hurdles saw Cordell Tinch claim gold, with two Jamaicans also making it to the podium.

In the high jump, Woo Sang-hyeok impressed by being the only athlete to clear 2.34 meters, ultimately winning the event. The men's javelin throw was highlighted by a massive championship record of 84.70 meters set by Ethan Katzberg, who delivered a dominant performance to become the world champion. The evening also witnessed a national record in the men's 400 meters, with Kevin Achippy running a 43.61, placing him in the world's top 10 all-time.

Short Highlights

Faith Kipyegon won her fourth world championship title in the women's 1500 meters.
Cordell Tinch secured gold in the men's 110m hurdles.
Woo Sang-hyeok was the sole athlete to clear 2.34 meters in the high jump.
Ethan Katzberg set a championship record of 84.70 meters in the men's javelin throw.
Kevin Achippy set a national record of 43.61 in the men's 400 meters.

Key Details

Women's 1500 Meters [00:43]

Faith Kipyegon demonstrated a strong and controlled performance throughout the race.
Jessica Hull of Australia was her main competitor, with no Australian woman having previously won a medal in this event.
Kipyegon pulled away in the final stretch, securing a significant winning margin.
Her victory marked her fourth world championship title, tying her with Gouge.

This race saw Faith Kipyegon achieve her fourth world championship title in the 1500 meters with an impressive performance. Her dominance in the event continues to be a major highlight.

It's a matter of dedication, hard work, and being patient of, you know, greatness.

Men's 110m Hurdles [02:53]

Cordell Tinch had a strong start and pulled away from the field.
Tinch secured the win, with two Jamaicans also making it onto the podium.
He had a strong season start with a time of 12.87 seconds.

Cordell Tinch delivered a brilliant performance to win the men's 110m hurdles, etching his name in history as a world champion.

I can't be happier.

High Jump [04:25]

Woo Sang-hyeok, a two-time world indoor champion, successfully cleared 2.34 meters.
He was the only athlete to achieve this height, putting immense pressure on his competitors.
His performance demonstrated endurance and a champion's mentality.

Woo Sang-hyeok claimed the world championship title in the high jump by being the only competitor to clear 2.34 meters, showcasing his champion's mentality.

He now has the mentality of a champion.

Men's Javelin Throw [05:41]

Ethan Katzberg's lead disappeared as a competitor threw a massive distance, veering left but staying within the sector.
A massive championship record of 84.70 meters was set.
Katzberg, described as an understated Canadian, is rewriting the boundaries of possibility in the event.
He became the youngest champion and achieved the championship record in the same year.

Ethan Katzberg delivered a dominant display, setting a massive championship record of 84.70 meters and becoming the world champion with what was described as one of the most dominant displays en route to gold.

This understated Canadian is rewriting the boundaries of what we thought was possible.

Women's 400 Meters [07:15]

Marileidy Paulino took the lead and maintained a significant gap from her competitors.
She broke the US record that had stood since 2006.
Her run was described as awesome.

Marileidy Paulino achieved a remarkable victory, breaking a long-standing US record with an impressive run in the women's 400 meters.

And that run there for Marileidy Paulino was awesome.

Men's 400 Meters [07:59]

Kevin Achippy showed fantastic form on the inside of the track, overcoming the challenges of the tight bend.
He was running away with the race, ultimately winning with a time of 43.61 seconds.
This time is a national record and places him in the world's top 10 all-time.

Kevin Achippy delivered a staggering performance in the men's 400 meters, setting a national record of 43.61 seconds and entering the world's top 10 all-time list.