Great Britain's Wightman Just Loses Out on Gold as Portuguese Isaac Nader Takes Surprise 1500m Title
During an thrilling final at the international meet, Britain's Jake Wightman secured a runner-up spot in the men's 1500m, finishing just a fraction behind champion Isaac Nader of Portugal.
Dramatic Finale Sees the Portuguese Runner Push to Gold
The British athlete, who previously won, clocked a time of 3.34.12, barely falling short of the gold medal.
Defending champion Josh Kerr slowed dramatically during the event and ended in last, obviously off pace the whole way.
Bronze for Kenyan Runner as Top Contenders Miss Out
Cheruiyot of the African nation took the final medal with a time of 3 minutes 34.25 seconds, while his teammate Timothy Cheruiyot came just outside the medals in 3:34.50.
Much tipped Holland entrant Niels Laros finished in fifth position with a time of 3 minutes 34.52 seconds.
Britain’s Neil Gourley came 10th in what was the initial major race featuring the Scottish trio since the previous world championships in Qatar.
Medal Finish:
- Gold: Isaac Nader (Portuguese team) – 3.34.10
- Runner-up: Jake Wightman (Britain) – 3 minutes 34.12 seconds
- Third: Reynold Cheruiyot (Kenyan squad) – 3:34.25
