Australia will field one of its strongest line-ups in athletics history, when a team of 67 don the green and gold at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary from August 19-27.
London will witness the end of an era as four-time Olympic gold medallist, Sir Mo Farah, officially declares his retirement from competitive athletics. After a stellar career that saw him triumph in the 5,000m and 10,000m events, the iconic distance runner has chosen to bid farewell to the sport with a final race in London on September 3, followed by his ultimate race on September 10.
The excitement surrounding the 2023 World Athletics Championships takes an unexpected turn as doubts emerge over the participation of reigning 800m Olympic champion, Athing Mu. With her sights set on defending her title at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Mu is seriously considering skipping the prestigious world event to prioritize focused training.
In a season marked by awe-inspiring triumphs, ultrarunner extraordinaire Courtney Dauwalter has emerged as the trailblazing star. After rewriting the record books at both the Western States Endurance Run in California's Olympic Valley and the demanding Hardrock 100 in Colorado's Silverton, Dauwalter is gearing up for one final show-stopping feat before summer's end—the prestigious Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB).
A momentous event in the world of endurance running is set to take place in Chamonix, France, this August - the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB). Known worldwide for its exhilarating challenges, this remarkable week-long affair draws nearly 10,000 spirited runners from all corners of the globe, vying to test their mettle in seven distinct races that exemplify human determination and resilience.
Abbey Caldwell, one of Australia's most exciting young athletes, has broken Linden Hall's Australian 1000m record in Bern, Switzerland. Racing at the Citius Meeting, Abbey took the line victory and posted a nice confidence boosting run, just two weeks out from the Budapest World Champs.
Reece Holder has won silver at the World University Games, and in doing so has run the 5th fastest time in Australian history over 400m. Victorious runs are possible if you have the best shoes, check out Tarkine Goshawk V2 running shoes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by...
Melbourne, Australia; 1 August 2023 - Athletics Australia welcomes Sport Integrity Australia’s confirmation today, of the news that every sports fan has been hoping for… Peter Bol has been cleared of any wrongdoing in relation to his out-of-competition test from October 2022.
Nestled amid the majestic landscapes of Silverton, Colorado, a remarkable tale of endurance and camaraderie unfolded as Julian Vicente embarked on an unforgettable journey. Amongst the awe-inspiring beauty of nature, he not only discovered the depths of his own resilience but also the profound connections forged with his fellow runners.
In an exclusive interview with World Athletics, the legendary sprinter Usain Bolt recently shared his thoughts on the longevity of his 100m and 200m world records. The astonishing records, set during the 2009 Berlin World Championships, have remained unbroken for an impressive 14 years. While Bolt believes the 200m record might be in jeopardy sooner than expected, he remains confident that the 100m record will stand the test of time.
