Sonny Side of Sports: Kenyan Emmanuel Korir Wins 800m Semi-final at World Athletics at Championships & More - July 22, 2022

We’re hitting the track to start the show, with the latest in action from the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon:  Taking a quick look at the highlights from Thursday’s action in Eugene, Kenya's Olympic champion Emmanuel Korir produced his best performance of the season to win his 800 meter semi-final. Algerian Slimane Moula came from behind to win his race in the fastest time of the day.   Nearly half a second behind the leader with 100m left, Korir sprinted ahead of compatriot Wyclife Kisasy and Australian Peter Bol down the final straight, crossing the finish line in 1:45.38. Kisasy took the other automatic qualifying spot as Bol also advanced.