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He’s a humble guy, a friend, and we spent time together traveling to the Olympics. What was the chief lesson? Focus on training, and you will achieve.

— Timothy Cheruiyot

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I used to watch old races on YouTube, learning more about how to run championships.

Growing up, my role model was Eliud Kipchoge and he’s passed on lessons to me and so many other athletes about how to be disciplined.

You have to prepare your mind. You have to stay focused. The 1500m is a tough physical race, yes, but it’s also psychological.

I always say: if you ask to finish 10th, you’ll be given 10th. If you ask for number one, you’ll be given number one. That’s the approach you have to take going into major finals.

After 2015, I learned more from my colleagues about how to run the 1,500m, and I gained confidence and experience.

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