In a remarkable display of athletic prowess, Moroccan champion Soufiane El Bakkali clinched victory in the 3000-meter steeplechase at the International Mohammed VI Athletics Meeting held on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Rabat. With a stunning time of 7:57.25, El Bakkali not only secured the gold medal but also marked the best performance globally for the year in this event. His impressive run saw him outpace notable competitors, including German athlete Ruppert Frederick and Kenyan runner Koech Simon Kiprop, who finished in second and third places, respectively. This victory adds to El Bakkali's growing list of accolades and solidifies his position as one of the premier steeplechasers in the world.
As reported by maroc-hebdo.com.
