Dina Asher-Smith, the 27-year-old sprint sensation, has unveiled a significant transformation in her coaching and training landscape, heralding a fresh chapter in her illustrious career. Asher-Smith, who clinched the 100m bronze at the 2021 Tokyo Games, has opted to part ways with her longstanding coach, John Blackie, and settle in Austin, Texas, under the mentorship of Edrick Floreal.
Melbourne, Australia; 10 October 2023 - Oceania’s one and only World Athletics Continental Tour Gold level meet, the Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne is set to return to Lakeside Stadium on February 15, 2024 as the world’s biggest names in track and field descend upon Australia’s sporting capital to kick-start the Olympic and Paralympic year.
Botswana could be in hot water with World Athletics after suspended athlete Nijel Amos appeared in a group photo during the launch of the Orapa Marathon earlier this week. This unexpected appearance has raised significant concerns about Amos's continued involvement in the sport, potentially putting Botswana at odds with World Athletics regulations.
In an unexpected twist at the women's mile race, Faith Kipyegon, who had dominated the track in 2023, faced an astonishing upset at the hands of Ethiopia's emerging star, Diribe Welteji. The women's mile field was no pushover, featuring four of the top seven finishers from the Worlds 1500, including gold and silver medalists Faith Kipyegon and Diribe Welteji.
A full decade after triumphing in the world U20 cross-country competition, Ethiopia's Hagos Gebrhiwet has realized his long-cherished ambition of clinching his inaugural senior global title, emerging victorious in the men's 5km event at the World Athletics Road Running Championships held in Riga 23.
The World Athletics Road Running Championships in Riga, 2023, witnessed an exhilarating showdown in the men's mile, culminating in an unexpected triumph by 20-year-old Hobbs Kessler from the United States. Kessler not only claimed the top spot but also etched his name in history with a remarkable time of 3 minutes and 56.13 seconds.
In an exhilarating twist of fate, the renowned double world record holder, Faith Kipyegon, is gearing up for her inaugural venture into the realm of road racing. With the World Road Race Championships just around the corner, set to unfold in the picturesque city of Riga, Latvia, Kipyegon leaves no room for doubt when it comes to her pursuit of excellence.
In a year marked by Faith Kipyegon's record-breaking feats in the 1500m, mile, and 5000m, it's easy to overlook the remarkable performances of Ethiopia's unsung female athletes. These rising stars not only boast impressive accolades but also display exceptional adaptability on the track.
Brussels, Belgium - Anticipation is running high in the world of athletics as Brussels is unveiled as the host city for the much-anticipated 2024 Diamond League final. This thrilling event is scheduled for September 13 and 14, marking the 11th time that Brussels has been chosen as the epicenter of the season's closing spectacle. Notably, this will be Brussels' first time hosting since 2019.
Glasgow, Scotland - Jemma Reekie, the 25-year-old Scottish middle-distance prodigy, is gearing up for an ambitious and thrilling season as she sets her sights on claiming her maiden senior podium finish at the upcoming World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow. Reekie, who secured a commendable fourth place in the 800 meters at the Tokyo Olympics, envisions this event as the ideal catalyst to propel her towards enhancing her performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
