The 30-year-old Kipyegon, who has not lost over the distance since 2021, took the lead just before the final lap and then held off a challenge from Diribe Welteji to cross the line in 3min 54.75sec. The Ethiopian clocked 3:55.25.
The world-record holder and three-time reigning Olympic champion in the 1,500m smiled and held up five fingers after securing the win. "My goal was to finish my Diamond League season in a good way and I did," she said.
"It was a good race, but definitely not an easy one."
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