Kenyan runners Charles Mbatha Matata and Susan Chebet Chemaimek triumphed in the men’s and women’s races respectively at the 2025 Beijing Half Marathon on Sunday. Chemaimak smash the women’s course …
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Olympic Champion Noah Lyles falls short in 400m season opener
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAmerican sprint superstar Noah Lyles kicked off his outdoor season with a bold experiment, trading his usual explosive short sprints for a grueling one-lap test at the Tom Jones Memorial …
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Grant Holloway’s 11-Year U.S. win streak ends as Trey Cunningham stuns in Gainesville upset
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFor over a decade, Grant Holloway has been untouchable on American soil in the 110m hurdles. The three-time world champion and reigning Olympic gold medalist has dominated the event with …
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Athing Mu opens 2025 season with 5,000m race at Mt. SAC Relays
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic champion Athing Mu surprised fans by competing in the women’s elite 5,000 meters at the 65th Mt. SAC Relays on April 19. The 800m world record holder shocked fans …
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Charamba blazes to world-leading 200m victory at Tom Jones Memorial
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAuburn University’s Makanakaishe Charamba, scorched to a world-leading 19.99 seconds in the 200m at the Tom Jones Memorial in Gainesville, Florida. Charamba later anchored Auburn’s 4x100m relay team with Ajayi, Fahmi, and …
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Usain Bolt returns to the Track with surprise training run
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint icon Usain Bolt sent shockwaves through the athletics world as he made a surprise return to the track, training alongside rising stars—including Paris 2024 Olympic finalist Oblique Seville. The eight-time Olympic …
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Cornwall cancer survivor defies odds to complete Global Marathon Challenge
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooMark Maidwell-Smith, a 67-year-old from Truro, Cornwall, has defied the odds by completing one of the most prestigious running challenges in the world—all while battling prostate cancer. His Tokyo Marathon …
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Australian teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout made a thrilling debut at the historic Stawell Gift, powering into the semi-finals with a blistering run. The 17-year-old delivered an eye-catching 12.31-second sprint …
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Steven Gardiner finishes fourth in 200m Return, Ackelia Smith Impresses in Long Jump at Tom Jones Invitational
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic 400m champion Steven Gardiner took another step in his comeback journey, finishing fourth in the men’s 200m at the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational on Friday. Jamaica’s Ackelia Smith impressed in the …
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Julien Alfred stuns with World-Leading 21.88 in 200m season debut at Tom Jones Memorial
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSaint Lucian sprint sensation Julien Alfred announced her arrival in the 2024 outdoor season with a blistering performance at the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational in Gainesville, Florida, on Friday. The reigning NCAA champion blazed to …
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Seville, Hughes, and Ricketts headline star-studded showdown Velocity Fest 17 in Kingston
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaica’s premier track and field showcase, Velocity Fest 17, returns to Kingston on Saturday, April 19, with an electrifying lineup of local and international stars. As a World Athletics Continental …
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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce set to ignite the track at Saturday’s Velocity Fest
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint queen Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will officially launch her highly anticipated 2025 season at Velocity Fest 17 on Saturday in Kingston.The meet, set for the National Stadium in Kingston, marks …
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Teen Sensation Gout Gout set for European debut against Bol and Ingebrigtsen
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAustralian sprinting prodigy Gout Gout is ready to make his highly anticipated European debut at the Ostrava Golden Spike on June 24, where he will share the stage with global track superstars Femke Bol and Jakob Ingebrigtsen. The 17-year-old …
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Bahamas’ Rising Stars Zion Miller and Joshua Williams lead charge to dethrone Jamaica at CARIFTA Games
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe 52nd CARIFTA Games prepare to kick off this Saturday at Trinidad and Tobago’s Hasely Crawford Stadium. For decades, Jamaica has reigned supreme at the prestigious junior athletics championships, but …
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World record holder Chepngetich and defending champ Jepchirchir withdraw from TCS London Marathon 2025
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWorld record holder Ruth Chepngetich and reigning champion Peres Jepchirchir, have both withdrawn from the 2025 TCS London Marathon. Elite women runners will compete in the race on Sunday, April …
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Wallace Spearmon reveals how Usain Bolt’s pre-race slap fueled his victory
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFormer American sprinter Wallace Spearmon has shared about the time his good friend Usain Bolt slapped him awake before a race, only to get smoked on the track moments later. During an …
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Asafa Powell reveals key issue in Jamaican Track System that could prevent his kids from competing
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFormer 100m world record holder Asafa Powell has reignited a crucial conversation about Jamaica’s athletic support system, declaring that his children will not represent the country unless conditions improve for its track and field …
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“Weather Doping” controversy erupts after Aussie Olympian shatters Discus World Record
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAustralian discus thrower Matthew Denny stunned with a 74.78m throw in Oklahoma, breaking his national record and surpassing Alekna’s. Critics’ bizarre accusation of so-called “weather doping” has overshadowed Denny’s historic …
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Brigid Kosgei eyes redemption and record at Hamburg Marathon 2025
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFormer marathon world record holder Brigid Kosgei, will make a highly anticipated return at the 2024 Hamburg Marathon on April 27. Kosgei, who broke the world record in 2019, leads …
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Andre De Grasse leads Canada’s squad for World Relays Guangzhou 25
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooCanada has unveiled a formidable 26-member team, headlined by Olympic champion Andre De Grasse for the World Athletics Relays Guangzhou 25. The relays set to take place on May 10–11, …
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Kenyan Quartet aims to topple Moroccan star Soufiane El Bakkali at Xiamen Diamond League
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Kenyan quartet, comprising Olympic bronze medalist Abraham Kibiwott, World Under-20 champion Edmund Serem, Simon Koech, and Wilberforce Kones, will launch their campaign to reclaim Kenya’s dominance in the 3,000m …
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Noah Lyles 400m ambitions under scrutiny as track and field Coach draws harsh Usain Bolt Comparison
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe reigning Olympic 100m champion Noah Lyles, has made no secret of his ambitions to expand his dominance into the 400m. However, track and field coach Anderson Emerole has delivered …
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Rhasidat Adeleke and Sharlene Mawdsley Headline Ireland’s squad for World Athletics Relays in China
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooRhasidat Adeleke and Sharlene Mawdsley prepare to lead a formidable 14-athlete contingent to the World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China, set for May 10–11. With Olympic pedigree and European glory …
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After a jaw-dropping start to the 2025 season that saw her demolish personal bests and national records in the 300m and 400m, the St. Lucian sprint queen Julien Alfred finally …
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Athing Mu makes stunning comeback after nine-month hiatus
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFormer Olympic champion Athing Mu is set to make a highly anticipated return to the track after a nine-month absence. The 22-year-old has signed up for the 5,000m at the …
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Race to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games heats up as Seven Nations enter the Fray
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSeven countries, including powerhouses like Canada, India, and Nigeria, have officially joined the race to host future Commonwealth editions, with five nations vying for the prestigious 2030 centennial Games. This …
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Chloé Herbiet eyes 10,000m Cup after European Half Marathon glory
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFresh off her stunning triumph at the European Running Championships in Brussels-Leuven, Belgium’s new distance-running star Chloé Herbiet is shifting her to European 10,000m Cup set for May 24 in …
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Indian Women’s 400m & Hurdles Coach Jerry Lee Holness eyes global success
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIndian Women’s 400m and hurdles Coach Jerry Lee Holness exudes confidence in shaping a new generation of athletes for sustainable success. Holness, a seasoned coach who has mentored Olympic and …
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When Grand Slam Track announced a staggering $100,000 prize for the winner, all eyes turned to Fred Kerley, the unsponsored Olympian with a history of dominance. Kerley finished a disappointing …
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2021 New York City Marathon champion Albert Korir, has withdrawn from the Boston Marathon due to a last-minute injury. The Kenyan runner announced his withdrawal due to a severe ankle …
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Elaine Thompson-Herah misses out on Puma’s exclusive olympic kit after Paris setback
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJust three years ago, Elaine Thompson-Herah had the world at her feet, and blazing speed to back it up. Elaine Thompson-Herah ran 10.54 seconds in 2021 and won Olympic golds …
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Brandon Arrington Jr. sparks major College recruiting battle
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooTrack sensation Brandon Arrington Jr. blazed past Noah Lyles’ long-standing 200-meter record with a jaw-dropping time of 20.35 seconds, eclipsing the Olympic gold medalist’s 2016 mark of 20.48 seconds, at the …
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Kenyan Athlete Emmanuel Kipchumba Kemboi Receives Two-Year Doping Ban
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Athletics Integrity Unit banned Kenyan runner Emmanuel Kipchumba Kemboi for two years after he tested positive for Triamcinolone acetonide The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) confirmed the sanction in a …
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Usain Bolt Speaks out as his youth records fall and “Smart Tracks” threaten his iconic 9.58 legacy
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFor more than a decade, Usain Bolt’s youth and senior records stood as the gold standard of sprinting greatness. But now, as next-gen athletes and revolutionary technology enter the scene, …
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NBC Sports Director trolls Kenny Bednarek over Team USA’s Relay woes after stunning 100m win
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooKenny Bednarek, known as “Kung Fu Kenny” for his signature bandana and fearless sprinting style, edged out Jamaica’s Oblique Seville by a mere 0.01 seconds at the Grand Slam Track …
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Winfred Yavi, Faith Cherorich Set for steeplechase Diamond League clash in Doha
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSteeplechase giants prepare to clash in one of 2025’s most anticipated races at the Jetour Doha Meeting on May 16. Olympic gold medallists and Diamond League winners will gather at …
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Milano Cortina 2026 unveils sleek, sustainable Torch Design for Winter Olympic Relay
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOrganizers unveiled the official Olympic and Paralympic torch designs in a simultaneous reveal in Milan, Italy, and Osaka, Japan, coinciding with the build-up to Expo 2025, ahead of the Milano …
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American sprint legend Justin Gatlin has thrown his weight behind Kenny Bednarek, tipping him to challenge Noah Lyles not only in speed but also in charisma and showmanship. This bold …
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“Botswana is my second home”: Ferdinand Omanyala makes heartfelt promise to loyal fans after Golden Grand Prix showdown
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAfrica’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has been left deeply touched by the outpouring of love from fans in Botswana following his performance at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix. Though he …
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Dalilah Muhammad silences doubters, claims victory weeks after falling to Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s voice carried a rare mix of reverence and admiration as she addressed the media after the Jamaican Grand Slam Track meet. “Dalilah, you truly did just change the …
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The Jamaica Athletics Invitational (JAI), will not take place in 2025, according to Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) Treasurer Ludlow Watts. In an exclusive interview with SportsMax.TV, Watts confirmed that the …
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Masai Russell shoes: The secret behind her speed and dominance
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic 100m hurdles champion Masai Russell races in Nike Air Zoom Maxfly spikes, which powered her to a 12.33-second gold-medal win at Paris 2024 and a world-leading 7.74-second 60m hurdles …
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Lloyd Martin, Anthony Bryan honoured with the Spirit of the London Marathon Award
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFour extraordinary individuals have received the Spirit of the London Marathon Award as the countdown begins for the 2025 TCS London Marathon on Sunday, 27 April. This year’s recipients, Lloyd …
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Running on Empty: Sanya Richards-Ross opens up 9 years after career-ending race
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooNine years have passed since Sanya Richards-Ross, one of the most electrifying athletes in track and field history, stepped off the track for the last time. But the echoes of …
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Track and Field Coach casts doubt on Gout Gout after Record-Breaking Sprint beats Bolt’s U18 Time
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs Gout Gout blazes past Bolt’s U18 time with a stunning 19.84, skepticism lingers, even as Australia enters a golden era of sprinting. When 17-year-old Gout Gout blazed through the …
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Akani Simbine blazes to 2025’s fastest 100m time with stunning 9.90
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprint sensation Akani Simbine has sent shockwaves through the track and field world with a blistering 9.90-second 100-meter dash at the FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix. What makes …
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Tebogo, Simbine, and Muhammad shine at Botswana Golden Grand Prix
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooLetsile Tebogo lit up the FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix with a commanding 200m victory in his home soil at the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meeting in Gaborone on …
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“Judge him in July, not April”: Gatlin defends Kishane Thompson after relay setback
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe track and field world was buzzing with anticipation as Jamaica’s reigning sprint sensation Kishane Thompson, made his 2024 outdoor season debut at the Miramar Invitational. However, the highly anticipated …
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Rohan Browning Stuns Lachie Kennedy in 100m at Australian Athletics Championships
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooTwo-time Olympian Rohan Browning edged out rising sensation Lachie Kennedy to win the men’s 100m final at the 2025 Australian Athletics Championships in Perth. The nail-biting finish saw both sprinters …
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Faith Kipyegon to launch Diamond League title defence in Xiamen
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThree-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon will begin her quest for a record-equalling sixth Diamond League title, headlining the 1000m race at the season opener in Xiamen, China, on April 26. …