- My God, they are completely dead.

No, I tried to give them someone to cheer for, that's why we're here, says Ingebrigtsen jokingly to NRK.

He ran straight up to girlfriend Elisabeth Asserson and gave her a long kiss.

- It was a strong race and nice to see him back and that he treated the public to it.

There will be another chance at 5000 meters.

I was surprisingly a little nervous today, she says after intensively following the race.

He was very disappointed after being sprinted down as favorite by Britain's Jake Wightman in the 1500m and showed great joy today after running 13.13.92 in very easy fashion.