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Georgia Bell wins BRONZE for Team GB in the women’s 1500m with team-mate Laura Muir in fifth – as Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon sets a new Olympic record in Paris

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Georgia Bell wins BRONZE for Team GB in the women's 1500m with team-mate Laura Muir in fifth - as Kenya's Faith Kipyegon sets a new Olympic record in Paris

Britain’s Georgia Bell secured bronze with a late comeback in the women’s 1500m on Saturday.

The 30-year-old entered the final stretch at the Stade de France with plenty of ground to make up before setting up a powerful late goal.

As Ethiopian Diribe Welteji began to slow as the finish line approached, Bell seized the opportunity, powering her way onto the podium and setting a new British record in the process.

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon came into the event as the overwhelming favourite and dominated the event, building a commanding lead before setting a new Olympic record with a time of 3:51.29.

Her Team GB teammate Laura Muir posted a personal best time in the event but was forced to settle for fifth place.

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