Long Road For Martinez To World Stage
The 25-year-old Californian has the fourth-fastest time in the 800m this year.
The 25-year-old Californian has the fourth-fastest time in the 800m this year.
She wanted to race the 1500m as well, but a clerical error cost her a spot in that event.
Bernard Lagat, Ryan Hill, and Galen Rupp all run qualifying times.
In just over a year, the American has become a world-class steeplechase runner.
American Shalane Flanagan was eighth.
Valentine Jepkorir was able to catch a flight to Moscow two days later.
The 1500m champion has a vertical tear in her hamstring.
He says he's better than he was when he won two Olympic gold medals last summer.
The California resident steps up her final preparations with a marvelous time at the TD Beach to Beacon 10-K last weekend.
He is the man to beat in Moscow.
The course was used for the Russian National Championships last weekend.
Security is top priority for the World Championships in August.