Athletics champions nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards
Several athletics stars have been nominated for the 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards, including Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Sifan Hassan, Faith Kipyegon, and Mondo Duplantis for the prestigious World Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year titles. McLaughlin-Levrone shone in Paris, defending...
Duplantis sets new pole vault world record at 6.27m.
CLERMONT-FERRAND, France (AP) — Mondo Duplantis lifted his pole vault world record to 6.27 meters in a World Athletics Indoor Tour meeting on Friday.
The Olympic and world champion added a centimeter to his world record he last improved in...
Four years after doping ban, Houlihan qualifies for World Indoors.
Shelby Houlihan secured a spot at the World Indoor Championships after finishing second in the 3000m at the U.S. trials, marking her return from a four-year doping ban. Once a top U.S. medal hopeful, she missed the last two...
An incomplete history of Australian indoor athletics | A column by Len Johnson
A column by Len Johnson
One moment it’s Cameron Myers running a 3:47.48 mile at New York’s indoor meeting of legend, the Millrose Games, his time equaling the outright and outdoor national record held by Olli Hoare.
Next, it’s Jack Rayner...
The Science Behind Wrist Compression Sleeves: How They Work
Wrist compression sleeves have gained popularity for their ability to protect and assist our bodies during activities. These effective accessories offer various advantages, such as increased stability, enhanced performance, and better muscle recovery. What's the science behind how they...
Sydney Marathon Champion Kipkorir Suspended for Doping
Brimin Misoi Kipkorir, 2024 Sydney Marathon record-setter (2:06:18), faces provisional suspension after testing positive for EPO and Furosemide in a November 22, 2024, out-of-competition screening. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) confirmed the ban.
Kenya’s marathon elite faces mounting scrutiny, with...
Road Racing Star Jebet Unfulfilled Despite 10km World Record
NAIROBI, Kenya, February 12, 2025 – Kenya’s Agnes Jebet says she is not satisfied with holding the world record for the women’s 10km.
The 2023 World Cross Country bronze medalist says she wants to achieve more success at the elite...
World Athletics Strengthens Transgender and DSD Regulations with Cheek Swab Testing
World Athletics toughens transgender and DSD rules by introducing cheek swabs
Evidence which points to an ‘athletically significant performance gap before the onset of puberty’ leads to global body improving its policy.
Cheek swab sex tests are set to be introduced...
Leanne Pompeani and Izzi Batt-Doyle Pursue History at Nagoya Marathon
Leanne Pompeani chasing history at Nagoya marathon alongside Izzi Batt-Doyle
The rising superstar has got a blistering record in her sights as she attempts a career-first.
Australian long distance running star Leanne Pompeani won almost everything in 2024, but she’s about...
Weeks where decades happen | A column by Len Johnson
A column by Len Johnson
As far as we know, Vladimir Ilyich Lenin didn’t care much for sport.
But the Russian revolutionary leader did know a thing or two about history (disclaimer: I don’t). And he once summed up history’s ebbs...
