Letesenbet Gidey Breaks 10,000m World Record

Letesenbet Gidey broke the 10,000m world record with a time of 29:01.03 at the Ethiopian Olympic Trials.

She beat Sifan Hassan's record set just two days prior at the FBK Games in Hengelo, Netherlands.

Gidey's record-breaking run came after Hassan set the previous record with a time of 29:06.82.

Hassan's record lasted only 48 hours before Gidey improved it by five seconds.

Gidey's achievement makes her the first woman to hold both the 5,000m and 10,000m world records since Ingrid Kristiansen in 1993.

She won silver in the 5,000m at the 2019 World Championships in Doha.

Gidey and Hassan are expected to meet at the Tokyo Olympics this summer.

Gidey expressed her desire to break the world record again and run under 29 minutes.

The introduction of "super spikes" has sparked debate, with many middle and distance track records falling in recent months.

Gidey and Hassan's runs utilized new wave-light technology, which provides athletes with an indication of world record pace.

Gidey's 23 years of age and rising career make her a force to be reckoned with in the marathon running world.

The Ethiopian Olympic Trials took place on the same track where Hassan set her record.

Gidey's win was a significant improvement over her previous performances.

The world record-breaking run has set the stage for an exciting competition at the Tokyo Olympics.