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Emmanuel Wanyonyi celebrates after winning in Lausanne on Thursday. [AFP]

Lausanne Diamond League offered athletics big shots the stage and the opportunity to bounce back from tough face-offs at the Paris Olympics.

For other stars, the Thursday evening showdown in Lausanne, Switzerland, was a moment for more glory after shining at the Olympics show that came to a close on August 11.

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