Dina Asher-Smith says she’s entering a “new phase” of her career, realizing that she can exceed her past expectations, despite the disappointment of missing the 100m final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 28-year-old, the fastest woman in Britain, didn’t make the Olympic 100m final in August but rebounded quickly, narrowly missing out on a medal in the 200m by just two-hundredths of a second and later earning silver in the 4x100m relay.
UK Athletics (UKA) has unveiled a new collaboration with Kyniska Advocacy to introduce a pilot program aimed at supporting individuals involved in safeguarding and disciplinary matters. The initiative is designed to offer emotional and practical guidance to those navigating the often complex and distressing reporting process.
Kenyan middle-distance runner Kipyegon Bett, renowned for his achievements in the 800 meters, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the age of 26. He succumbed to renal and hepatic failure while receiving treatment at Tenwek Hospital in Bomet County, Kenya.
Italy's Antonella Palmisano and Japan's Toshikazu Yamanishi both delivered dominant performances to capture victories at the III GP Internacional Madrid Marcha Silbo Telecom, a 10km World Athletics Race Walking Tour Gold event, held in Madrid on Sunday.
Eilish McColgan’s journey back to the winner’s circle has been anything but easy. The 33-year-old Scottish runner has spent over a year grappling with injuries that threatened to derail her career, but after months of uncertainty and setbacks, she’s returned to competition and is once again winning races.
Jake Wightman, former world champion in the 1500m, is taking a significant step to revive his athletic career, admitting that one more major injury could signal the end. Since his remarkable victory at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Wightman has been plagued by injuries. A serious foot injury derailed his 2023 season, while further calf and hamstring issues sidelined him from this year’s UK Championships and ultimately kept him out of the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Ferdinand Omanyala, Africa’s record-holding sprinter, has reflected on the challenges he's faced in recent competitions, revealing how they have reshaped his perspective and commitment to the sport. Despite high expectations following a breakthrough season, the 100m Commonwealth Games champion admitted that missing out on medals at the Paris Olympic Games and the 2023 World Athletics Championships forced him to rethink his approach.
Despite facing persistent injury challenges throughout 2024, five-time 100m world champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce plans to extend her storied track and field career into another season. The Jamaican sprint legend, who has been a dominant presence on the world stage for over a decade, is set to make this comeback with a fresh coaching team.
The 2025 Diamond League season is set to electrify the world of athletics with a thrilling 15-meet schedule spanning four continents and 13 countries. Kicking off on April 26 in Xiamen, China, and culminating in the highly anticipated Diamond League Final in Zürich, Switzerland, on August 27-28, this year's season promises intense competition, world-class performances, and a lucrative prize pool that athletes will fiercely contest.
Botswana's Nijel Amos is setting his sights on a major comeback in the 800 meters, sending a clear message to rivals like Emmanuel Wanyonyi, Marco Arop, and Djamel Sedjati. After serving a doping suspension, Amos is focused on reclaiming his place among the elite, with his target set on the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo.
