Kenya's Ferguson Rotich has added to the country's medals haul in the ongoing IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha after winning bronze in the men’s 800m.
Rotich was the only Kenyan who took part in the race after his compatriots failed to make it to the finals.
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The 2016 Diamond League winner Rotich was seeking his first international medal after a number of failed attempts.
He finished second in Sunday’s, September 29, first semi-final to book a slot in the finals at the Khalifa Stadium.
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Rotich exuded confidence in winning in a medal after making it to the finals, revealing his immense experience could prove vital.
“I have gained enough experience to aim for a podium finish; I also know it will be a difficult race, being the only Kenyan in the final. I’m ready for the challenge though,” he was quoted saying before the Tuesday, October 1, race.
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And true to his word, the Kericho-based athlete staged a buoyant race to finish third in the finals, clocking 1:43:82.
American Donavan Brazier smashed a US record after posting 1:42.34 to win gold, as Amel Tuka settled for silver.
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