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Tayleb Willis, a top Australian hurdler, won gold at the 2024 Oceania Championships and is competing at the Paris Olympics.
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers. Tayleb Willis Born: March 18, 2003 Nationality: Australian 110m hurdler A rising star in the world...
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers. Jacob Despard Born: November 20, 1996 Nationality: Australian 4x100 meters sprinter Jacob Despard, a sprinter hailing...
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers. Joshua Azzopardi Born: November 27, 1999 Nationality: Australian 100 meters sprinter Josh Azzopardi's journey in athletics...
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers. Reece Holder Born: August 20, 2002 Nationality: Australian 400 meters sprinter In 2023, Holder made a...
Awake at 4am, I tuned into Zurich’s Diamond League live stream, only to face streaming issues and unpredictable weather, yet the thrill of athletics remained.
Times are of some significance in popular culture. After midnight is when “we let it all hang out” – according to J.J. Cale, at least. In myriad ditties the dawn heralds the beginning of a new day.
In our RT Snap Q&A series, we’ve had the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s best runners, delving into their extraordinary journeys, celebrating their achievements, and exploring the unwavering dedication that defines their careers. Jesse Hunt Born July  28, 1998 Nationality: Australian Middle-distance runner Jesse trained at the University of...
Lima, Peru; 29 August, 2024 - Inspired by Olympic champion Nina Kennedy, South Australian pole vaulter Tryphena Hewett has secured Australia’s fourth medal at the 2024 World Athletics Under 20 Championships
Lima, Peru; 29 August, 2024 - Inspired by Olympic champion Nina Kennedy, South Australian pole vaulter Tryphena Hewett has secured Australia’s fourth medal at the 2024 World Athletics Under 20 Championships with a breakthrough bronze as Olympic semi-finalists Torrie Lewis, Peyton Craig and Claudia Hollingsworth bolted to victories in their respective semi-finals. 
A disturbing image it is, though I have no personal knowledge I hasten to add. But let me take you back to those early 20th century days. The Hobart Harriers and New Town Harriers had just been formed in the capital. Launceston Harriers quickly followed an early example of anything that happens in the south of Tasmania is quickly replicated in the north. And vice versa.
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Patrick Tiernan's journey as an athlete began in Queensland, Australia, where he discovered his talent for distance running. He gained prominence at Villanova University, winning the 2016 NCAA Cross Country Championship. Tiernan set a national record by finishing the Chevron Houston Marathon in 2:07:45, becoming the fastest Australian in an Olympic marathon. Recently, he clocked 2:10:34 in Paris, further solidifying his status as Australia's fastest marathoner at the Olympic Games.