Thiam claims women's heptathlon world title after Olympic victory

Source: Xinhua| 2017-08-07 04:31:45|Editor: Zhou Xin
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LONDON, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Nafissatou Thiam added another glory after Olympic gold medal as she claimed women's heptathlon title at the IAAF World Championships here on Sunday.

The Belgian Thiam snatched a total of 6,784 points for a top finish among all athletes.

"It's really incredible. I'm so happy about the win," she said.

Carolin Schafer of Germany got a sliver medal with 6,696 points. The bronze went to Anouk Vetter of the Netherlands, who finished with 6,636 points.

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