Faith Kipyegon Set for Monaco Diamond League After Stunning 10KM Debut

Three-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon has been officially confirmed as the headline athlete for the 2026 Monaco Diamond League, returning to the iconic Stade Louis-II on Friday, July 10, where she will compete in the 3,000 metres.

This confirmation comes just two days after Kipyegon made a sensational 10 km road racing debut in the principality.

“She will race the 3000m when she returns to the scene of her world mile record,” the Monaco Diamond League organisers confirmed.

Monaco: A Special Venue for Kipyegon

Monaco holds a special place in Kipyegon’s career. It was at the 2023 Meeting Herculis that she set the women’s world mile record of 4:07.64, leaving an indelible mark on the Stade Louis-II.

Returning to the venue for the 2026 Diamond League, Kipyegon will aim to showcase her exceptional range and continued dominance on the track.

“Monaco has always been a place where I feel I can push my limits,” Kipyegon said after her road racing debut.

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From Road to Track: A Remarkable 10 km Debut

Kipyegon made her first-ever 10 km appearance at the Monaco Run Gramaglia on Sunday, February 15, clocking an impressive 29:47, ranking her immediately among the fastest women in history over the distance.

“What a beautiful morning! Grateful for my 29:47 10 km debut on the roads and already looking forward to more,” she posted after the race.

Her performance highlights her versatility and hints at a broader competitive agenda, blending both road and track disciplines.

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Targeting the 3,000m on July 10

At 32 years old, Kipyegon continues to push the limits of middle-distance running.

She enters the 3,000m at Monaco with a personal best of 8:07.04, set at the 2025 Diamond League in Silesia, establishing her as a top contender in what promises to be a highly competitive race.

Her early confirmation signals that the 2026 Meeting Herculis EBS will once again deliver world-class athletics, with Kipyegon set to add to her legacy in one of the premier events on the international calendar.

“Returning to Monaco feels like coming home, and I’m excited to take on the 3,000m,” Kipyegon said in a statement.

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Fairy Kipyegon during her Monaco 10 Km race
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