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Victory was the theme of the day, as two more Australians were crowned world champions, and another two earned themselves silver and bronze on day four of the World Para-Athletics Championships in London. Scott Reardon (NSW) proved he is the undisputed king of the track in the 100m T42, after claiming...
As the nation marks Reconciliation Week, Athletics Australia is delighted to confirm its intention to develop an organisational Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Celebrating the important contribution that Indigenous athletes, coaches, officials and fans have had, and continue to have, on the sport of athletics, Athletics Australia’s RAP will formalise our...
The Golden Trail World Series commenced its thrilling journey in Kobe, Japan, igniting the global trail-running community with excitement and anticipation. The event showcased a formidable assembly of athletes, setting the stage for an electrifying competition.
The captain of the Australian athletics team, Sally Pearson has been forced to withdraw from the Commonwealth Games due to her Achilles injury. The 31-year-old Olympic gold medalist, who has been battling an Achilles injury, walked her Surfers Paradise leg of the Queen's Baton relay yesterday. At this point it looks...
Last year’s women’s champion and course record holder Meskerem Assefa will return to run the Mainova Frankfurt Marathon while another world-class Ethiopian distance runner will also be on the start line on October 27: Tsegaye Mekonnen, the junior men’s world record holder in the marathon. In addition to these...
Marco Arop, the reigning world champion in the 800 meters, continues to display unwavering humility despite a triumphant 2023 season. As he readies himself for the Paris Olympics next summer, Arop's steadfast dedication to his craft, his unassuming demeanor, and his consistent training regimen are emblematic of his relentless pursuit of greatness.
Nine Olympians and Nine Paralympians to Lead Star-Studded Professional Athlete Field as All Four Defending Champions Return for 2019 United Airlines NYC Half on Sunday, March 17                                             ...
Day 2 of the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing delivered a packed schedule of finals and standout performances across multiple events. Records were challenged, titles defended, and Australia emerged with two significant podium finishes thanks to Ky Robinson and Jessica Hull. Duplantis Hits 6.15m in Pole Vault MasterclassSweden’s...
Julian gives an update on his injury after spending a week recovering in Noosa. Brad braves the cold rain throughout the week before catching a cold off his kids. Brady gets down to Launceston and recaps his road 10K PB. Letesenbet Gidey breaks the 10,000m World Record in 29:01.03 at the Ethiopian...