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​Gout Gout's recent second-place finish at the Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne has sparked discussions not about a setback, but about the remarkable depth and potential of Australian sprinting. At just 17 years old, Gout's journey from a promising young athlete to a national sensation is a testament to...
This episode is sponsored by Myofitness, located in North Melbourne & Yarraville, Victoria offering sports massage and myotherapy to keep you moving at your best. https://myofitness.com.au/myofitness-x-inside-running-podcast/ Izzi Batt-Doyle returns to fill in and recaps her performance at the Nagoya Marathon and how she’s recovered. Julian wraps his head around training at...
​​Villanova University's Liam Murphy shattered the NCAA 1500-meter record at the Raleigh Relays, clocking an impressive 3:33.02. This performance eclipsed the previous record of 3:33.74, set by Alabama's Eliud Kipsang in 2022. ​ Murphy's teammate, Marco Langon, also delivered a remarkable performance, finishing second with a time of 3:33.38, now...
Written by Jaryd Clifford – Runner’s Tribe On Saturday, thousands of you will pack out Lakeside Stadium in Melbourne to witness the most anticipated Australian athletics meet of the year. With only seven years until Brisbane 2032, many of you will be treated to your first looks at some of...
​World Athletics, the international governing body for track and field, has announced a significant policy change: all female athletes will be required to undergo a one-time, non-invasive genetic test to confirm their eligibility for women's competitions. This measure aims to ensure fairness and integrity within female categories by identifying...
​Following his recent defeat in the International Olympic Committee (IOC) presidential election, Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to the advancement of athletics. Despite securing only eight of the 97 votes, with Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe emerging victorious, Coe displayed grace in defeat, extending...
​In a case that has captivated both the athletic community and the public, Gjert Ingebrigtsen, father and former coach of Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen, stands trial in Sandnes, Norway, facing serious allegations of physical abuse against two of his seven children, Jakob and his sister Ingrid. The trial, which...
Australia has delivered its most dominant performance ever at a World Athletics Indoor Championships, setting a new national benchmark with seven medals in Nanjing, China — the highest tally in the nation’s history at the prestigious global event. The final medal, a bronze in the women’s 4x400m relay, carried historical...
Day 3 - It was an historic moment for Australia as Nicola Olyslagers and Eleanor Patterson delivered a gold-silver finish in the women’s high jump, both clearing 1.97m. The duo dominated the event, securing a 1-2 podium sweep and showcasing Australia’s exceptional strength in the discipline. Ukraine’s Yaroslava Mahuchikh...
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...