Akani Simbine is having the season of his life. The South African star is no longer the underdog chasing podium finishes; he’s now the man to beat. With a string …
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Bayanda Walaza Blazes 9.94 to Win Zagreb Meeting 100m at Boris Hanžeković Memorial
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaSouth Africa’s rising sprint star Bayanda Walaza delivered a performance for the ages at the Boris Hanžeković Memorial in Zagreb meeting , clocking a stunning 9.94 seconds (-0.1 m/s) in the …
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Athletics, often called track and field, is a sport that celebrates speed, endurance, and teamwork. It unites athletes from around the world in friendly competition. Runners, jumpers, and throwers push …
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Marileidy Paulino Ready to Defend Her Grand Slam Crown in Philadelphia
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuMarileidy Paulino arrives in Philadelphia with a clear mission. The reigning Grand Slam champion aims to retain her 400-meter title. She enters the competition with confidence, fresh off her latest …
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Heather MacLean to Make Anticipated 5K Debut in Shift to Longer Distances Career
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympian and middle-distance star Heather MacLean is set to make her professional debut in the 5,000 meters, signaling a new chapter in an already decorated career. The 29-year-old American, best …
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Philadelphia Event Misses Top Stars as Fred Kerley Faces Suspension
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAs the build up for Philadelphia’s Grand Slam Track meet takes shape, its now clear the event will proceed without several top athletes. Fred Kerley, Olympic medalist, faces suspension due …
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Grand Slam Track Announce Final Line-Up for Philadelphia Slam Amid Major Shakeups
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe star studded line up has been officially announced in the highly anticipated upcoming Philadelphia Slam, scheduled for May 31st and June 1st at the historic Franklin Field. Grand Slam …
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Melissa Jefferson-Wooden vs Gabby Thomas: Podium Rematch Set for Philadelphia Short Sprints
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuA looming showdown is expected at Philadelphia, as Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Gabby Thomas stare off at each other. The two will reignite their rivalry in the women’s short sprints at …
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Why Noah Lyles’ Late Atlanta Games Exit Disappointed His Fans
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOn May 17, at a packed Piedmont Park in Atlanta, thousands of fans gathered for exactly that, a spectacle headlined by sprinting sensation Noah Lyles. The reigning world champion was …
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Why Letsile Tebogo Can Sustain His Form Against Sprinting Giants
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooLetsile Tebogo stepped onto the Xiamen track earlier this season with a clear goal: to silence his doubters and prove he remains one of sprinting’s most electrifying talents. Yet, the …
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Reynold Cheruiyot Shifts Focus to 1500m at Rabat Diamond League After Doha Triumph
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuReynold Cheruiyot is shifting gears as he prepares to compete in the men’s 1500m at the upcoming Diamond League meet in Rabat. This comes after his stunning victory in the …
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European Champion Douwe Amels Hangs Up His Spikes After 15-Year Career
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOn May 22, Douwe Amels, the towering figure of Netherlands’ high jump, officially announced his retirement after an impressive 15-year career. And while the medals, records, and titles will be …
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Clayton Twins Plotting Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce dethroning
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSprinting royalty Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce returned to the very track that shaped her legend, where she’d risen, stumbled, and triumphantly risen again. But this time, it wasn’t just about her. It …
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Noah Lyles: ‘I’m going to conquer the world via London’
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuNoah Lyles is gearing up for another electrifying performance this summer. Bringing his world-class sprinting talent back to one of his favourite tracks. Though he will face stiff competition from …
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BREAKING-Mujinga Kambundji Withdraws from Kip Keino Classic, Announces Pregnancy and Season End
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuIn a surprising turn of events, Swiss sprint sensation Mujinga Kambundji has officially withdrawn from the upcoming Kip Keino Classic, confirming that she is expecting a child and will end …
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Why Akani Simbine is the Sprinter to Watch in 2025 World Championships
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFor more than a decade, Akani Simbine has been one of the most consistent and resilient figures in global sprinting. The South African speedster has delivered countless electrifying performances, yet …
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Can Shericka Jackson Silence Doubters with a Statement Performance at Racers Grand Prix?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaica’s sprint queen, Shericka Jackson, is set to make a thunderous return to the Racers Grand Prix in Kingston on June 7th, headlining the women’s 200m. After missing last year’s edition of the Grand …
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Why Tara Davis-Woodhall Joined Alexis Ohanian’s Athlos After Being Left Out by Michael Johnson
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIf you follow track and field, Tara Davis-Woodhall needs no introduction. She’s the queen of the long jump, an Olympian, NCAA champion, U.S. champ, and an athlete who always brings …
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In a sport where million-dollar sponsorships and Olympic stardom often grab the headlines, Christopher Bailey wasn’t supposed to be that guy. Not yet. But he didn’t wait for his turn, …
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Joseph Stead Dramatic 800m Victory at William F. Eddy Jr. Track & Field Meet
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuOn the afternoon in Schenectady, New York, the William F. Eddy Jr. Track & Field Meet became the stage for one of the most electrifying performances of the high school …
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Why Akani Simbine’s Rabat Diamond League Run Will Be the Race to Watch
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe Diamond League circuit heats up this season, with all eyes turning to Rabat, Morocco. Here, sprinters from across the globe are set to battle for supremacy. Among them stands …
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Kenya’s Nelly Chepchirchir and Ewoi Gear Up for Rabat 1500m Glory
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuAs the world’s top athletes converge on the Rabat Diamond League meeting on Sunday, May 25, 2025, excitement builds for a standout event. Kenya, a country known for its rich …
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Why the Grand Slam Track League Needs Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone More Active on Social Media
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWhen Michael Johnson announced Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone as the first athlete signed to his bold new Grand Slam Track League in 2025, it felt like a power move. Since then, Sydney …
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Who Are the Top Contenders to Dethrone Sha’Carri Richardson?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe reigning world champion, Sha’Carri Richardson, who once owned the track with her electrifying speed and flair, finds herself on uncertain ground. Her 2025 season debut at Tokyo’s Golden Grand …
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Vernon L. Norwood’s Cryptic Post Sparks Wave of Support from Fans
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooTrack and field fans around the world are rallying around Vernon L. Norwood after a mysterious and emotional social media post from the American sprinter stirred concern. On May 21, …
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Dopers Paradise: Trump Jr-Backed Enhanced Games Face USADA Crackdown Ahead of 2026 Debut
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe Enhanced Games, set to launch in May 2026 in Las Vegas, is a groundbreaking athletics event that allows competitors to use performance-enhancing drugs. Though under strict medical supervision. Founded …
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Why Christian Coleman Chose Track Over Football
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooChristian Coleman is a household name in the sprinting world, a three-time world champion, two-time Diamond League champion, and the world record holder in the indoor 60 meters. His lightning-fast …
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Tirunesh Dibaba’s Last Race: How the Queen of Long-Distance Running Inspired a Nation
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Can Letsile Tebogo spark a new wave of African sprinting supremacy?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe world watched in awe as Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo stormed to victory in the men’s 200m at the 2024 Paris Olympics, clocking an African record of 19.46 seconds. At just 21 years old, …
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Beyond Belief: Alexis Brown’s Jaw-Dropping First 23-Foot Jump
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaBaylor University’s Alexis Brown delivered a jaw-dropping performance at the Big 12 Outdoor Championships, leaping 7.03 meters (23 feet, 0.75 inches) in her first jump of the day That distance …
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Kip Keino Classic: One step forward, two steps backwards
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe 2025 Kip Keino Classic has run into headwinds that threaten to undo the enviable progress that has so painstakingly been jointly made by the Kenyan government, Athletics Kenya, World …
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How Doping Prevalence Has Left Kenyan Athletes With Limited Latitude
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooKenya consistently produces world-class athletes who break records and win medals on the global stage. Few countries command the respect Kenya holds in international athletics. Its natural talent for long-distance …
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How Sha’Carri Richardson’s training edge stacks her up against rivals
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSha’Carri Richardson’s 2025 season opened with a jolt at the Seiko Golden Grand Prix in Tokyo, where the reigning 100m world champion surprisingly finished fourth, clocking 11.47 seconds against a …
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Athletes to Watch at the 75th Boris Hanžeković Memorial in Zagreb
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe 75th Boris Hanžeković Memorial, one of Croatia’s most prestigious and historic athletics events, is set to light up the Mladost Stadium in Zagreb from May 22 to May 24. …
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Why fans are contemplating snubbing Grand Slam Track Event in Philadelphia
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Grand Slam Track debut season has been a rollercoaster, full of hype, but also plagued by setbacks. While anticipation builds for the third meet in Philadelphia on May 31 and June …
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Mohammad Katir and Koki Ikeda Challenge Initial Doping Suspensions
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooTwo prominent athletes, Spain’s Mohamed Katir and Japan’s Koki Ikeda, are contesting their doping suspensions, with both cases now pending before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Katir Appeals …
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Can Noah Lyles’ 2019 Strategy Lead Him to Another Historic Triumph in 2025?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWith six World Championship titles and the coveted Olympic 100m crown to his name, you’d think Noah Lyles might take a moment to coast. But that’s not his style. As …
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If you happened to watch Grant Holloway blaze through the 110-meter hurdles at the 2025 adidas Atlanta City Games, you surely noticed something special. Beyond his unmatched speed and flawless …
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Noah Lyles vs. Akani Simbine: Who Really Owns the Title of Fastest Man Alive?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt the Stade de France track, with the world watching, Noah Lyles surged past Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson in the 100m final, grabbing Olympic gold and what many considered the undisputed …
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Can JaMeesia Ford Topple Gabby Thomas and Julien Alfred as New Sprinting Queen?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth Carolina sophomore JaMeesia Ford turned the track into her personal stage, delivering one of the most dominant performances at the SEC Outdoor Championships in Lexington. In a weekend that …
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Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet: Champions Who Lift Each Other and Inspire Kenya
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuIn the world of athletics, where competition is fierce and ambition often drives a wedge between even the closest of friends, the bond between Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet stands …
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Noah Williams: Why Akani Simbine Will Dethrone U.S Sprinting Reign
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooYou can hail from Jamaica, U.S, Kenya, or anywhere else on the map, but right now, the sprinting conversation starts and stops with South Africa’s Akani Simbine. In a 2025 …
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16-Year-Old Amara Okoli Shatters Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s World Junior 400m Hurdles Record
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuTrack and field fans love a new star, and Amara Okoli just delivered one of the sport’s most electrifying moments. At only 16, she didn’t just win; she rewrote history …
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American Star Deajah Stevens Returns to Diamond League After 18-Month Ban
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooDeajah Stevens is no stranger to the spotlight. Back in 2017, the then 22-year-old track sensation lit up the track with a blistering 22.09 seconds in the 200m, competing for …
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Kip Keino Classic draws 189 stars as construction delays force venue shift
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe 6th edition of the ABSA Kip Keino Classic World Continental Tour will take place on 31st May at the Ulinzi Sports Complex. Organisers moved the event from its original …
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Akani Simbine’s Perfect Season Piles Pressure on Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson in World Championship Countdown
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprinter Akani Simbine has quietly, yet emphatically, built a flawless 2025 season, leaving some of the sport’s biggest names, including Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson, looking over their …
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Looming Showdown as Letsile Tebogo and Lindsey Set to Clash at the Prefontaine classic
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe 200m event at the Rabat Diamond League Meeting is stacked with track and field heavyweights, among them Letsile Tebogo. The event will be held on May 25th, 2025. The …
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Why the CAS cleared Steeplechase star Norah Jeruto in landmark Anti-doping ruling
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuIn a landmark decision making waves in athletics, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) upheld the dismissal of doping charges against Norah Jeruto. Jeruto is the reigning world champion …
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Why Christian Miller Could Be the Future of American Sprinting
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOn his 19th birthday, Christian Miller didn’t just celebrate, he made history. In a race that many expected to be a showcase for sprinting veteran Christian Coleman, it was Miller …
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Noah Williams: Why Christian Coleman Is Just Going Through a Slump
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThree-time world champion Christian Coleman, and one of the few men to ever defeat Usain Bolt head-to-head has shockingly failed to win a single one of his four 100m races …