Moment Jake Wightman’s dad collapses in heap as son becomes 1500m champion

1500m champion Jake Wightman's dad is going viral after the commentator got super emotional watching the moment his son won gold at the World Athletics Championships.

The 28-year-old became the first British man to win gold in the event since Steve Cram in 1983.

Geoff was commentating the race, and Jake's win came as a complete surprise.

"Running is coming home," Geoff Wightman said emotionally, clutching his knees. "Wow. That is my son and he is the world champion."

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