Josh Kerr and Jakob Ingebrigtsen

The men's 1500m at the Paris 2024 Olympics is heating up with a fierce rivalry between reigning World Champion Josh Kerr and defending Olympic gold medalist Jakob Ingebrigtsen. The two athletes have exchanged barbs since their last face-off at the 2023 World Championships, where Kerr upset Ingebrigtsen to claim gold. In the heats at the Stade de France, Kerr finished first with a time of 3:35.83, while Ingebrigtsen came in third at 3:37.04. Ingebrigtsen's criticisms of Kerr's limited competition schedule have fueled their rivalry further, with both athletes keen to prove themselves as the top contender for gold. They both advanced to the semi-finals, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown. Meanwhile, American Hobbs Kessler also advanced to the semifinals, adding to the competitive atmosphere of the event.