There was a new order in men's 5,000m when Cyrus Ruto silenced his critics after winning the race and qualify for the World Championships at the Nyayo National Stadium on Friday.
Ruto, who finished third during the Rio Olympic trials last year in Eldoret but sidelined for lack of experience, won in 13 minutes and 31.7 seconds.
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