The Tunisian star produced a dominant solo effort from start to finish, controlling the pace and pulling away from the field in emphatic fashion to secure one of the standout performances of the meeting.
With the clock stopping at 8:59.28, Bouzayani not only claimed victory but also etched her name into the history books by setting a brand-new meet record in Stockholm. The achievement underlines her growing status as one of Africa’s leading steeplechase athletes on the global stage.
The performance continues an impressive run of form for Bouzayani on the Wanda Diamond League circuit, where she has consistently competed against some of the world’s elite distance runners.
Fans inside the stadium witnessed a composed and fearless display as the Tunisian maintained her rhythm over the barriers and water jumps, eventually crossing the finish line alone to thunderous applause.
The sub-nine-minute performance is another major statement from Bouzayani as the athletics season gathers momentum, with attention now turning to upcoming Diamond League meetings and major international championships later this year.
Her latest triumph in Stockholm further strengthens Tunisia’s reputation in middle and long-distance athletics, while also providing another memorable moment in the 2026 Diamond League season.