Faith Kipyegon conquers Tokyo 2025: the 1500m queen continues to make history

Pegasus Premium Faith Kipyegon: the record-breaking shoe

Kenyan runner Faith Kipyegon has once again demonstrated why she is widely regarded as the greatest middle-distance runner of all time. At the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, she won her fifth gold medal in the 1500 metres, adding to her already impressive list of achievements.

Faith Kipyegon's achievements:

3 Olympic gold medals in the 1500 m (Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024)
Olympic silver medal in the 5000 m (Paris 2024)
4 world gold medals in the 1500 m (2017, 2022, 2023, 2025)
World gold medal in the 5000 m (2023)

World records:

1500 m: 3:48.68 (Eugene 2025)
Mile: 4:07.64 (Monaco 2023)
Former record in 5000 m: 14:05.20 (Paris 2023)

From running barefoot to conquering the world

Faith began running barefoot in her village of Keringet in Kenya. Now aged 31, she is the only woman to have won three Olympic gold medals in the 1,500 metres, and she has been named World Athletics Athlete of the Year. Her story of overcoming adversity and achieving sporting excellence while also becoming a mother has inspired millions.

Nike Pegasus Premium Faith Kipyegon: technology with soul

Nike has created a special edition of the Pegasus Premium to celebrate its legacy. This shoe not only incorporates the latest in innovation, but also tells her story:

Triple cushioning: A combination of ZoomX, Air Zoom and ReactX provides explosive energy return and a smooth ride.
Narrative design:

Motion graphics on the laces symbolise her speed.
The insole features barefoot footprints to pay homage to her origins.
Colours representing her motherhood and Kenyan heritage.

Ultra-light upper: technical mesh that reduces weight and improves breathability. ‘Faith redefines what it means to be great. This Pegasus Premium is a tribute to her speed, her history and her legacy.’ — Nike

"Faith redefines greatness. This Pegasus Premium pays tribute to the horse's speed, history and legacy."

Now available at Running Emotion

The Nike Pegasus Premium Faith Kipyegon is now available in our shop. It is a shoe designed for runners who are looking for both performance and a connection to an inspiring story.