Gesa Krause - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Gesa Krause is a German middle-distance runner who specializes in the 3000m steeplechase event.
- 2. She was born on August 3, 1992 in Trier, Germany.
- 3. Krause made her international debut in 2011 at the European U23 Championships in Ostrava, where she won the silver medal in the 3000m steeplechase.
- 4. In 2015, she made her first appearance at the World Championships in Beijing, where she finished 5th in the steeplechase final.
- 5. Krause's breakthrough year came in 2016 when she won the bronze medal at the European Championships in Amsterdam and finished 6th at the Rio Olympics.
- 6. In 2018, she set a new German record in the 3000m steeplechase with a time of 9:11.85 at the Diamond League meeting in Rome.
- 7. Krause has won multiple German national titles in the steeplechase event and is considered one of the top athletes in her country.
- 8. She is known for her strong finishing kick and tactical racing style, often saving her best performances for major championships.
- 9. Krause has a degree in sports science and is known for her dedication to training and meticulous preparation for competitions.
- 10. She is seen as a role model for young athletes in Germany and continues to inspire others with her performances on the track.