The 21-year-old is convinced she has what it takes to carry that responsibility.
The marathon legend predicted that running under two hours could soon become the new benchmark for the men's marathon.
The race will mark Wanyonyi's first-ever appearance over the 1,000m, adding another intriguing chapter to the 21-year-old's rapidly blossoming career.
At the iconic Hayward Field in Eugene, Kipyegon was forced to settle for third place in the women's Mile after stopping the clock in 4:17.80.
Atuya and Ruth Gitonga led Kenyan podium sweeps at the Grossglockner Mountain Run in Austria, as Samwel Kiprotich claimed a dramatic victory at the Quebec Mega Trail in Canada
Competing at the iconic Hayward Field in Eugene, Kipyegon settled for third place in the women's Mile after clocking 4:17.80.
The Prefontaine Classic will mark Kipyegon's second Diamond League appearance of the season after opening her campaign in Shanghai on May 16.
The reigning world champion currently boasts a lifetime best of 1:54.62, set during her gold medal-winning run at the Tokyo World Championships
Last year, Korir claimed the Valencia title after breasting the tape in a commanding 2:02:24
