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Sifan Hassan: The Netherlands runner Sifan Hassan completed an extraordinary journey at the Olympics by clinching gold in the women's marathon at the Paris 2024 Games, adding to her bronze medals in both the 5,000 and 10,000 metres.

Hassan’s incredible feat places her among the all-time greats of Olympic history, reminiscent of legends like Paavo Nurmi and Emil Zatopek.

Hassan, who stunned the world three years ago with her ambitious attempt at an Olympic treble in the 1,500m, 5,000m, and 10,000m, once again pushed the boundaries of endurance and determination in Paris. This time, she raised the stakes even higher by adding the marathon to her list of events, a decision that left many in awe and some in disbelief.