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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>The 2021 World Under-20 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi has pledged to deliver more pleasant surprises this season after cracking the world lead time a week ago.<\/p>\n

Wanyonyi, 20, blew away an elite field to smash the tape in 1:43.27 at the Paris Diamond League. His vintage performance secured him bragging rights as the world’s fastest man over the distance this year.<\/p>\n

“I believe there is more still to come this year. I’m happy with what I have achieved so far but I strongly feel I can achieve a lot more with hard work and determination,” Wanyonyi said.<\/p>\n

Wanyonyi reiterated his desire to storm the gold medal at the upcoming World Championships in Budapest, saying he is sure he possesses the mojo to pull off a masterclass act in the premier global showpiece.<\/p>\n

“I’m warming up for the World Championships that is only a few weeks away. My latest performances have boosted my morale and winning a gold medal in Budapest is increasingly becoming a reality.”<\/p>\n

The Kenyan track prodigy has been on a roll, scooping all three races he has run this season. He said there are many occasions his performance has baffled him.<\/p>\n

“I’m enjoying my fine form. Sometimes, I can hardly believe the results I achieve on the track because the distance is full of talented individuals.”<\/p>\n

Wanyonyi set his season in motion when he lit up the 60,000-capacity Moi Stadium, Kasarani track on May 13 to retain the Kip Keino Classic 800m title.<\/p>\n

He then annihilated a strong field to win the men\u2019s 800m at the second Diamond League Meeting in Rabat, Morocco on May 28.<\/p>\n

Buoyed by the splendid run, Wanyonyi now feels greatly poised to make Team Kenya the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary.<\/p>\n

“The outcomes have provided some insight into my present state of fitness as I get ready for the World Championships. The successive wins are a strong indication that I’m on the right track ahead of Budapest.”<\/p>\n

But Wanyonyi remains humble amid his amazing run, noting that he is aware of the cutthroat competition that his compatriots pose in the race for a ticket to Budapest.<\/p>\n

“It’s not lost on me that making Team Kenya will not be a walk in the park with the likes of Wycliffe Kinyamal, Elias Ngeny, Nicholas Kebenei, Ferguson Rotich, and Collins Kipruto also interested,” he remarked.<\/p>\n

“I appreciate that kind of tight competition because it has played a role in pushing me to new heights in my career. I know it will not be easy but I will do whatever I can to secure a ticket to Budapest.”<\/p>\n

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