cbenson4 wrote:
The Kenyans (among other African countries) have a massive steeplechase culture and have been dominant for such a long time... for an American to swipe a gold in that event... I really hope it happens.
Of course, a gold in the 10k would be something, too.
Historcially, the steeple has been an easier event to win gold as at least half the talented runners simply aren't good at it.
Seriously, name a famous Olympic steeple champ. None pop to mind right? But in terms of the 10,000 there are a ton like Billy Mills.
Of course, nowadays, the 10,000 is very much watered down as many of the best guys are running 26.2.
But to answer your question, of course Jager's would be more amazing. He's would be done by a guy who is clearly clean and not a robot.