A growing number of athletes have made a leap from middle- and long-distance track events to marathon running, and the results have been stunning. Stars like Sifan Hassan and Hellen Obiri have shown the world that one doesn’t need to be a lifelong marathoner to dominate the roads. And now, their exploits have even caught the attention of 1,500m world champion Faith Kipyegon, who is now contemplating a move into distance running.

In September, the athlete secured her fourth straight World Championship gold in the women’s 1,500m, blazing to a dominant 3:52.15 ahead of Dorcus Ewoi and Australia’s Jessica Hull. Just days later, she showcased her versatility by seizing silver in the 5,000m. Then, in October, Kipyegon stood atop the podium at Athlos NYC, by winning the mile in 4:17.78, the fast

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