The distance running world has been turned on its head in 2023. It has, by any measure, been one of the most incredible years in the history of the sport, with 12 records - so far - having been broken from 1500m to 100km. This includes men's and women's world records and world bests over distance races on indoor and outdoor tracks and in officially sanctioned road race events.
On March 2, Scottish athletics sensation Laura Muir is poised to captivate her home crowd at the Emirates Arena as she readies herself for the 3000m final. This event promises to be a marquee spectacle, marking the culmination of major championships just before the grand stage of Paris 2024.
With just nine months to go until the Paris Olympics, Canadian sprint sensation Andre De Grasse has made a significant coaching change, reuniting with his former coach, American Rana Reider, who played a pivotal role in his gold-medal success in Tokyo in 2021. This decision comes after the 28-year-old athlete parted ways with Irish coach John Coghlan, a choice driven by family considerations.
Ferdinand Omanyala, celebrated as Africa's swiftest sprinter, is embarking on the significant 2024 season, culminating in the Paris Olympics, with a freshly assembled coaching team. Omanyala has decided to part ways with his former coach, Duncan Ayiemba, and is now collaborating with the esteemed sprinting coach, Geoffrey Kimani, to fine-tune his skills and gear up for the demanding 2024 campaign.
Norwegian authorities have initiated an investigation into allegations of violence made by the celebrated Olympic 1500m champion, Jakob Ingebrigtsen, and his elder brothers Henrik and Filip against their father and former coach, Gjert Ingebrigtsen.
In a daring move that has taken the athletics world by surprise, Africa's swiftest sprinter, Ferdinand Omanyala, has opted for a significant change in coaching as he readies himself for the highly awaited Olympic Games set to unfold in Paris, France. Omanyala, who was previously under the mentorship of the renowned coach Duncan Ayiemba, has made a strategic transition, entrusting his training to the able hands of coach Geoffrey Kimani. This strategic move aims to propel Omanyala to the pinnacle of his career, starting with a promising outing at the Olympic Games and a packed 2024 season.
Yohan Blake, renowned as the 2011 World 100m champion, is embarking on an extraordinary journey to secure a spot on Jamaica's 2024 Olympic Games roster in Paris, as he approaches his 34th birthday in December. Despite experiencing recent setbacks, Blake remains steadfast in his determination to represent his nation in an impressive fourth Olympic Games.
In a magnificent showcase of athletic prowess, Femke Bol hailing from the Netherlands and Jakob Ingebrigtsen representing Norway, have once again secured the coveted titles of European Athletes of the Year. This prestigious honor was bestowed upon them at the dazzling annual Golden Tracks award ceremony held in Vilnius, Lithuania this past Saturday.
Ethiopia's Likina Amebaw and Burundi's Celestin Ndikumana ascended as the champions of the latest season's World Athletics Cross Country Tour at the Cross Internacional Zornotza. On a radiant Sunday in Amorebieta, Spain, these two athletes delivered remarkable performances and etched their names as the inaugural gold event victors of the season.
Valencia, Spain - In a riveting exhibition of skill and determination, Kibiwott Kandie clinched victory in the men's category of the esteemed Valencia Half Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich on a balmy Sunday. With perfect weather gracing the event - a comfortable 15°C at the starting line and nary a breath of wind - Kandie, a former world record-holder, delivered a remarkable performance by crossing the finish line at an astounding 57:40. This secured his third win in Valencia while fending off some tough competition.
