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Bahrain’s Winfred Yavi Dominates in Italy, Wins 6km Cross-Country Race

Olympic steeplechase champion adds another international victory to her growing list of achievements.

  • Publish date: Monday، 09 February 2026 Reading time: 1 min read
Bahrain’s Winfred Yavi Dominates in Italy, Wins 6km Cross-Country Race

Bahrain’s Winfred Yavi, already an Olympic and World Championship medalist, delivered a stunning performance in Sardinia, Italy, on Sunday, winning the women’s 6km race at the Cross di Alà dei Sardi – Memorial Elisa Migliore.

Competing in just her second race of the season, Yavi finished in 20:37, well ahead of Burundi’s Francine Nyomukunzi (21:40) and Britain’s Emily Grace Collinge (22:21).

Leading From the Start

Yavi took control early on the challenging Coiluna course, quickly settling into a rhythm that her competitors couldn’t match. By the race midpoint, she had opened a significant lead and powered through the final kilometre unchallenged, cementing her dominance.

A Star on the Rise

At 26 years old, Yavi is ranked #2 globally in the 3000m steeplechase. Her career highlights include:

  • Olympic gold in Paris 2024

  • World Championship title

  • Diamond League Final victory

  • World Championships silver medal

Her latest win confirms she’s in top form for the season and ready to tackle upcoming competitions.

What’s Next

Yavi’s next challenge is the World Military Cross Country Championships in Trikala, Greece, starting February 25. Later in the year, she will focus on the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, in September.

Putting Bahrain on the Map

The Cross di Alà dei Sardi is one of Italy’s premier cross-country events, attracting top runners from Europe and beyond. Yavi’s victory not only added another title to her name but also strengthened Bahrain’s presence in international athletics.

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