Team USA's Yared Nuguse sits down and chats with CITIUS MAG after taking third for bronze at the Paris Olympics 1500m final in 3:27.80 – just 0.01 seconds behind Josh Kerr. Nuguse lowered his personal best by 1.23 seconds.
This is the first time since 1912 that two American men finished on the podium at the Olympics.
This was Nuguse's first Olympic medal. He joins Grant Fisher, Kenneth Rooks and Hocker as the breakout American stars who have medaled at the Paris Olympics.
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Kenneth Rooks is an American track and field athlete specializing in the steeplechase. Known for his competitive performances, Rooks has made a significant impact in collegiate athletics, showcasing his talent in various national and international events.
Josh Kerr is a renowned British middle-distance runner, specializing in the 1500 meters. He rose to international prominence with a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and has consistently competed at the top level in European and World Championships. Known for his tactical racing and strong finishing kick, Kerr represents Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and continues to be a dominant force on the track.
Grant Fisher is a professional long-distance runner from the United States who specializes in events such as the 5000 meters and 10000 meters. A former standout at Stanford University, Fisher has made a significant impact on the international stage, representing the USA in major competitions including the World Championships and the Olympics.
Yared Nuguse is an accomplished middle-distance runner from the United States, specializing in the 1500 meters. He gained national attention with his standout performances in the NCAA Championships while competing for the University of Notre Dame. Nuguse has continued to shine on the professional circuit, representing Team USA in international competitions.
