THE STORY
In June 2021, during the women's 5000m final at the Kenyan Olympic Trials in Nairobi, Lilian Kasait tripped and fell, significantly hindering her performance. Despite this setback, she managed to finish third, securing a spot on the Kenyan Olympic team for the Tokyo Games. (mozzartsport.co.ke)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Lilian Kasait
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident underscores how a single misstep can impact an athlete's performance and Olympic qualification.