On Thursday night, at the All-Star Perche in Clermont-Ferrand, a World Athletics Indoor Tour Silver event, Armand Duplantis captivated the crowd as he got closer to breaking his own world record for the second year in a row.
The world witnessed the tragic loss of 24-year-old Kelvin Kiptum on February 11, taking with him the hope of being the first person to finish a competitive marathon in under two hours. Sebastian Coe, president of World Athletics, considers Kiptum's remarkable accomplishments and the significant influence he may have had on the sports world as the world mourns the passing of this remarkable Kenyan athlete.
In a historic decision, Beijing, China, has been officially selected as the host city for the prestigious 2027 World Athletics Championships by the World Athletics Council. This significant announcement was made during the 234th World Athletics Council Meeting in Glasgow, conducted ahead of the World Athletics Indoor Championships scheduled from March 1 to 3.
Olympic champion Michael Johnson has teamed up with Winners Alliance to launch an ambitious track league, a ground-breaking move meant to revitalize the sometimes-overlooked sport of track and field. This joint endeavor aims to elevate the sport above the brief exposure it usually receives during the Olympic Games and put it in the forefront all year long.
As plans take shape, the leadership of these sporting entities remains steadfast in their commitment to organize a "transformational" major championship. Jack Buckner, the CEO of UK Athletics, underscored the organization's stellar track record, stating, "We're eager for the opportunity to host the 2029 World Championships. Our reputation for creating exceptional events, known for their vibrant atmosphere, speaks for itself."
In a daring strategic decision, Team USA brought in multiple world champion Noah Lyles to help them win gold again in the men's 4x400m relay. But against the individual might of 400-meter champion Alexander Doom, their efforts were insufficient.
Sydney, Australia; 9 March 2024 - Off the back of a spectacular fourth-place finish and Australian record at the World Athletics Indoor Championships, Olympic finalist Jessica Hull will now turn her attention to defending her national 3000m title at the Chemist Warehouse Sydney Track Classic on Saturday, March 23.
In a highly anticipated event at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene on May 25, fans are gearing up for an electrifying clash in the Bowerman Mile. This eagerly awaited race will see Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen, world gold medalist Josh Kerr, and US record-holder Yared Nuguse go head-to-head in what promises to be an unforgettable showdown.
Anticipation is high as three reigning world pole vault champions gear up for a thrilling showdown at the forthcoming Wanda Diamond League meeting in Doha on May 10. The lineup includes Katie Moon representing the USA, Nina Kennedy from Australia, and Molly Caudery hailing from Great Britain, promising an exhilarating competition for pole vault enthusiasts.
Peru is awash with jubilation as Lima, its capital city, secures the esteemed privilege of hosting the Pan American Games for the second time in just eight years, emerging victorious over Asunción (Paraguay) at the Extraordinary General Assembly of Panam Sports held in Miami.
