Gressier Eyes Historic Double: French Star Aims for 5,000m Gold After stunning 10,000m Upset

By ArchySports Staff

TOKYO – September 21, 2025

Just days after etching his name in French athletics history with a sensational world Athletics Championships 10,000m victory, Jimmy Gressier is setting his sights on an even more remarkable feat: a double gold by conquering the 5,000m title in tokyo.

The 28-year-old phenom from Boulogne has already proven he has the grit and speed to shock the world, pulling off a massive upset in the 10,000m final [[1]]. While he may not be the outright favorite heading into the 5,000m,Gressier has demonstrated his formidable talent,clocking a swift 13 minutes,41.64 seconds to secure second place in his preliminary heat.

A medal in the 5,000m would be a monumental achievement for French athletics, as no Frenchman has stood on the podium in this event at the global level since Alain Mimoun captured a silver medal at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics.Gressier, however, seems unfazed by the historical weight of his pursuit.

I didn’t ask myself any questions. What was complex is to mobilize mentally before the race. I had something to lose by not entering the final.But tomorrow, there will be nothing to lose, Gressier stated after his 10,000m triumph, highlighting a fearless mindset that could propel him to further glory.

Achieving a double victory in both the 10,000m and 5,000m at the World Athletics Championships would be an extraordinary accomplishment, a feat rarely seen in the sport. The last athlete to achieve such a double at the World Championships was the legendary Kenenisa Bekele, a benchmark that underscores the magnitude of Gressier’s ambition.

For American track and field fans,Gressier’s performance evokes memories of American distance running legends who have pushed the boundaries of endurance and speed. His ability to perform under immense pressure, as seen in his 10,000m win, is reminiscent of the clutch performances that define great champions.The question on everyone’s mind is whether Gressier can replicate the magic on the track and bring home another gold medal.

The path to a double gold is fraught with challenges. The 5,000m demands a different tactical approach and explosive finishing speed compared to the grueling 10,000m. Gressier’s performance in the heats suggests he has the necessary leg speed,but the final will undoubtedly feature a deep field of world-class competitors,including Yomif Kejelcha,who has been a dominant force in recent years.

Fans will be eager to see how gressier manages his energy and recovery following the 10,000m race. The physical toll of such a demanding event can be critically important, and his ability to bounce back will be crucial. This resilience is a key factor that separates good athletes