Budapest 2026 Women's 1500m Race Preview and Favorites
Ahead of the women's 1500m final at the World Athletics Ultimate Championships Budapest 2026, standout athletes and statistics have been shared.
The women's 1500m final to be run as part of the World Athletics Ultimate Championships 2026 in Budapest will bring together the world's best middle-distance athletes.
Race Date and Prominent Names
The women's 1500m final competition will take place on Saturday, September 12 at 19:36. In this major event, prominent names from all over the world will take to the track for medals.
Internationally recognized successful athletes such as Klaudia Kazimierska, Jessica Hull, Dorcus Ewoi, and Georgia Hunter Bell will participate in the race.
Strong Contenders and Season Times
Polish athlete Klaudia Kazimierska holds the world lead with her time of 3:54.05 set in Brussels and comes into the race with this title.
World silver medalist Dorcus Ewoi and Olympic silver medalist Jessica Hull engaged in a fierce rivalry at the Diamond League Final, leaving a gap of just 0.01 seconds between them.
European Champion and Extensive Entry List
European athlete Georgia Hunter Bell, who won major championships in both the 800m and 1500m categories during the summer season, is also among the strong contenders.
In addition, Birke Haylom, Freweyni Hailu, Nikki Hiltz, Agathe Guillemot, Abbey Caldwell, Emily Mackay, Saron Berhe, and Haregeweyni Kalayu are other key athletes who will take the start.
World Record and Statistics
The women's 1500m world record belongs to Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon with her time of 3:48.68 run in Eugene on July 5, 2025.