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Spain’s Katir cruises into 5,000m final with fastest time

Winner Spain's Mohamed Katir (L) speaks with second-placed USA's Paul Chelimo after competing in the men's 5000m heats during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
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Winner Spain's Mohamed Katir (L) speaks with second-placed USA's Paul Chelimo after competing in the men's 5000m heats during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

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Katir, making his debut at a major international championship, clocked 13:30.10 to finish ahead of American Paul Chelimo.

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