By Lynne Wachira

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Despite being the first woman to hold both the 5,000m and 10,000m world records at the same time, Chebet says she has more to accomplish.

“I want to inspire young girls the same way I have been inspired by other great women to never stop chasing their dreams,” she said.

“I have come to realise it is possible to do more and break barriers. We don’t have to limit ourselves.”

When she lines up for the 5,000m heats on Thursday, her goal will be to emulate Cheruiyot, whom she recently met in person for the first time during Kenyan national trials in June.

“Vivian is one of the most decorated athletes with remarkable achievements,” Chebet said.

“I used to watch her running and dominating for a long time. I really admired her running style and her spirit of winning every race.

“When she donned the national colours for the first time as a junior athlete in 1999 I wasn’t even born.

“I was so surprised to learn that I am the first Kenyan to win the 10,000m world title since she won it 10 years ago (in Beijing).”