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Most recent post up top. Keep refreshing as this page is updated constantly as the Aussies perform and people tweet, post etc… COMPLETED An absolute thrill to be inside the Estadio Olimpico to watch these 2 guns show their class in an Olympic Games Final! The PB...
The 10th edition of the Surf Coast Century came to life on the weekend as 800 competitors took to the spectacular course on Saturday 4 December 2021 in Victoria’s Great Ocean Road region. Dreams became a reality for solo ultra trail runners who tackled the 100km and 50km courses, whilst relay...
The shot put event delivered a captivating surprise as Joe Kovacs outperformed the reigning world and Olympic champion, Ryan Crouser. Kovacs left an indelible mark from the very beginning, launching an impressive opening throw that spanned 22.70 meters. However, Crouser, the world record holder, briefly took the lead with a remarkable throw of 22.91 meters in the second round. Both athletes consistently surpassed the 22-meter mark during the competition, but it was Kovacs, a two-time world champion, who ultimately claimed victory with a spectacular fourth-round performance, reaching a remarkable 22.93 meters. Tom Walsh from New Zealand secured the third spot with a commendable distance of 22.69 meters.
The American record holder Keira d’Amato and Kenya’s Nancy Jelagat Meto lead a high quality women’s field for the 48th edition of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON on Sunday, September 25. Keira d’Amato improved the US record to 2:19:12 which also gives her the accolade of the fastest in the women’s field, announced by the organisers today. Eight women will be on the start line with personal bests of under 2:21.
Brandon Starc has continued his stellar form, this time by equaling the Australian high jump record of 2.36m on his way to winning in Germany. He now stands alongside the legendary Tim Forsyth who set the original record in 1997. Starc recently jumped a personal best on his way to winning the...
Kenyan set world record at 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Cheruiyot, Cherono, Dereje, Chepngetich and Jepkosgei also in field Brigid Kosgei, the defending champion and fastest female marathon runner in history, will return to the Virgin Money London Marathon in 2020. Kosgei (KEN) broke Paula Radcliffe’s 16-year-old marathon world...
Madison de Rozario and Vanessa Low headed a ‘girl power’ night by the Australian team at the 9th World Para Athletics Championships in Dubai. https://www.instagram.com/p/B4xyZuqB05w/ Winning golds in the 800m (T53) final and the long jump (T61-63), respectively, made them the first women on the Australian team to stand on top...
Six Aussies are set to compete at today's Bislett Games in Oslo, Norway. One of the premier Diamond Leagues on the circuit, the event culminates with the Dream Mile, a historic race that most of the world's greatest milers in history have contested. In the Dream Mile, Ryan Gregson, Australia's most professional, consistent, persistent (as well as fastest) 1500m runner of all-time will be looking to edge closer to Craig Mottram's Australian mile record.
Big Moves on All-Time Lists after Hunter Track Classic The Hunter Track Classic has always been known for some quality performances over the distance events, and on Saturday night we were again witness to individual brilliance on the track. It all started in the men's 800m where 20 year-old Luke Mathews...
Amidst the breathtaking backdrop of Sky Gran Canaria, athletes hailing from Great Britain, the United States, Kenya, and Spain showcased their remarkable mountain running prowess during the Valsir Mountain Running World Cup Finalissima. This sporting event witnessed outstanding performances and unexpected hurdles, making it a riveting spectacle.
                   

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