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Olympic Male Athlete of the Year

Kenneth Rooks

3000m Steeplechase, USA Track & Field

A relative newcomer to global athletics, Rooks announced his arrival with a fearless final-lap surge in Paris, claiming Olympic silver.

Key Achievements: Paris 2024 Silver Medalist | 2023 USA Outdoor Track & Field Champion | 2023 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field National Champion

Performance & Stats: Shattered his personal best by 9 seconds (8:06.41) in the Olympic final | Became the second-fastest American ever in the 3000m steeplechase

Notable Highlights: Overcame a mid-race fall to win the 2023 USA Championship in a viral comeback