The 2025 Diamond League season kicks off with its first leg in Xiamen, China, where sprint superstar Christian Coleman will headline a star-studded men’s 100m race. The American speedster, a …
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‘We’ll see after the finish line’: Faith Kipyegon poised to challenge 1000m World Record in Xiamen Diamond League
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThree-time Olympic gold medallist Faith Kipyegon will challenge Svetlana Masterkova’s long-standing 1000m world record of 2:28.98 at the Xiamen Diamond League on Saturday, April 26. Kipyegon, who already holds the …
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Christian Coleman eyes redemption at Xiamen Diamond League
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe 2025 Wanda Diamond League season kicks off with a star-studded men’s 100m race in Xiamen, where American sprinter Christian Coleman returns to the scene of his 2023 triumph. Coleman, who …
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World Athletics Cancel 2025 World Road Running Championships After San Diego Withdrawal
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuWorld Athletics has officially cancelled the 2025 World Road Running Championships after San Diego withdrew as the host city. The governing body explored alternative hosts but decided against awarding the …
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Chase Jackson and Sarah Mitton Renew Fierce Rivalry at Xiamen Diamond League
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuChase Jackson, the two-time world shot put champion from the United States, is expected to meet her fierce rival Sara Mitton on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Xiamen Diamond …
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Gabby Thomas reveals why New Balance earned her loyalty
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic champion Gabby Thomas has revealed how her partnership with New Balance transformed her career, calling it a pivotal moment that went beyond financial support. The 28-year-old sprinter, who claimed …
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Gift Leotlela roars back into form to claim 100m crown at SA Championships
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooTwo time Olympian Gift Leotlela made a stunning comeback, securing his first senior national 100m title at the South African Athletics Championships in Potchefstroom. The 26-year-old edged out rising star …
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Jamaica’s Sprint Stars Fraser-Pryce, Jackson, and Thompson lead star-studded squad for 2025 World Relays
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) has announced a star-studded 39-member team for the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China. Headlined by global sprint icons Shericka Jackson, Kishane Thompson, …
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Steven Gardiner Steps in for Quincy Hall in Grand Slam Track Season
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuSteven Gardiner will take Quincy Hall’s spot for the remainder of the Grand Slam Track season, organizers confirmed. The 2019 world champion and Tokyo Olympic gold medalist brings elite speed …
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Bayanda Walaza Poised to Claim Sprint Throne in Simbine’s Absence
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuBayanda Walaza steps into the spotlight as the man to beat in the men’s 100m at South Africa’s national championships. With Akani Simbine absent, the 19-year-old prodigy carries momentum from …
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Bayanda Walaza expresses disappointment over Akani Simbine’s absence at National Championships
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooRising sprint sensation Bayanda Walaza has voiced his frustration after South African record holder Akani Simbine opted to skip the National Championships, choosing instead to focus on the upcoming Diamond …
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Sha’Carri Richardson & Noah Lyles Skip World Relays
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou are just weeks away, but Team USA will be without two of its biggest stars, reigning world champions Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles . Last year, Noah Lyles …
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Faith Kipyegon Tops List of Richest Female Track and Field Athletes in 2025
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuFaith Kipyegon continues to dominate not only on the track but also in financial success, with an estimated net worth of around $5 million in 2025. The three-time Olympic champion …
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The 2025 Penn Relays Takes Shape at Franklin Field
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe 2025 Penn Relays kicked off today at Franklin Field in Philadelphia, drawing thousands of athletes and fans. Known as America’s oldest and most prestigious track and field meet, the …
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Fifth Athletics Kenya weekend meet set to ignite Ulinzi Complex
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAthletics Kenya prepares for the fifth Track and Field weekend meet this Friday at Nairobi’s Ulinzi Sports Complex. With regional championships approaching, this event offers athletes a vital chance to …
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Wanda Diamond League Set to Launch 2025 Season with World Record Stars
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuTen world record-holders and 23 reigning global individual champions will headline the star-studded fields at the Wanda Diamond League opener in Xiamen on Saturday, April 26. The Egret Stadium, a …
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Olympic medalists Kenny Bednarek lead USA’s Charge for World Athletics Relays in China
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic silver medalist Kenny Bednarek and relay powerhouse TeeTee Terry, headline a formidable USA Track and Field squad aiming to dominate the global stage at the World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China, from May 10-11. The …
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Sifan Hassan Targets London Marathon World Record Amid Historic Field
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuSifan Hassan, the reigning Olympic marathon champion, will launch an audacious assault on Peres Jepchirchir’s women-only world record at the 2025 London Marathon. The organisers confirmed on Wednesday. The Dutch …
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Faith Kipyegon to chase historic sub-4 minute mile in Paris
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThree-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon is set to make history by attempting the first-ever sub-4-minute mile by a woman, a feat that has eluded female athletes for decades. Nike and …
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Poland and Netherlands Reveal Strong Line-Ups for World Athletics Relays Guangzhou
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooPowerhouse relay nations Poland and the Netherlands have unveiled their formidable squads for the World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China on May 10-11. The event, a critical qualifying opportunity for …
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Timothy Cheruiyot Aims for Historic Miami Double Against Global Middle-Distance Stars
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuTimothy Cheruiyot of Kenya will launch an audacious double assault against world-class rivals at Miami’s Grand Slam Track meet on May 2–4. He will be confronting Canada’s Marco Arop in …
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Unforgettable Blunders That Stole the Show in Track and Field
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuUnforgettable Blunders in track and field have ignited the fans and sports alike and made the events more lively. Though track and field is a stage for human triumph, sometimes, …
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Stawell Gift Handicap Debate: ‘Rigged’ Claims Dismissed After Stars’ Shock Exit
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuStawell Gift organisers have fiercely rejected claims of unfair handicapping after crowd favourites Gout Gout and Lachlan Kennedy missed the final, calling the accusations of sabotage “absolute nonsense.” Over Easter …
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Kishane Thompson, Russell lead star-studded Lineup for Grand Prix
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic 100m silver medallist Kishane Thompson and 100m hurdles champion Masai Russell will headline the seventh Racers Grand Prix meet. This highly regarded meet will take place from 7:00 PM …
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Teen Sensation Gout Gout secures World Athletics Championships spot
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt only 17, Gout Gout has officially secured a spot on Australia’s team for the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. The rising star, known for blistering speed in local races, …
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World record-holder Alekna and Denny to renew their rivalry in Dresden
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWorld discsuss record holder Mykolas Alekna, will renew his rivalry with Australia’s Matthew Denny at the Golden Oval in Dresden on 1 June at the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meeting. The 21-year-old …
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Grant Holloway Shocking Defeat Raises Alarming Questions
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuGrant Holloway strode onto the track at the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational in Gainesville with the confidence of a champion. For over a decade, he had reigned supreme in the …
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Letsile Tebogo set to ignite the Track in Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic 200m champion, Letsile Tebogo, is gearing up for an electrifying performance at the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Shanghai/Keqiao on 3 May 2024. The 21-year-old phenom will compete in …
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Grant Holloway aims for Hurdles dominance at Shanghai Diamond League
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUS sprint hurdles sensation Grant Holloway is set to continue his quest for glory as he prepares to compete at the Shanghai/Keqiao Diamond League meeting on May 3. Holloway will …
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Christian Coleman, the American sprinting powerhouse born on March 6, 1996, in Atlanta, Georgia, carries a name that naturally sparks questions about his faith. Coleman identifies as Christian, a detail …
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Mondo Duplantis Crowned 2025 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuMondo Duplantis, the Swedish pole vault sensation, has been named the 2025 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year. This cemented his status as one of the greatest athletes of his …
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How Melissa Jefferson Overcame Olympic Trials Pressure
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuMelissa Jefferson, Sha’Carri Richardson’s training partner, battled overwhelming odds to secure her spot at the 2024 Olympics, then helped Team USA dominate the women’s 4x100m relay. Moreover, the 23-year-old sprinter …
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Sha` Carri Richardson Unveils Secret to Faster Recovery with Nike’s Hyperboot
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuSecrets Behind Sha’Carri Richardson’s Nike Hyperboot Sha` Carri Richardson, the Olympic sprint sensation is no stranger to innovation, but her latest secret weapon isn’t just about speed—it’s about recovery. As …
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Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce sent a powerful message to the athletics world on Saturday, shutting down speculation about her impending retirement while delivering a blistering season opener at Velocity …
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Akani Simbine’s ruthless blueprint to overthrow Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson in 2025
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprint sensation Akani Simbine has unveiled a meticulously crafted plan to dethrone the world’s fastest men, including American superstar Noah Lyles and Jamaica’s rising phenom Kishane Thompson. With …
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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Ackeem opens 2025 season with a win at Velocity Fest 17
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce made a stunning return to the track at Velocity Fest 17 in Kingston, clocking a wind-assisted 10.94 seconds in the women’s 100m heats. The two-time Olympic gold medalist …
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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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Doris Lemngole delivered a commanding performance in her season debut at the Wake Forest Invitational, setting a new world-leading time in the women’s 3,000-meter steeplechase. The University of Alabama athlete …
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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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Zeddy Chongwo Jumps to No. 3 in Oklahoma State History
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuZeddy Chongwo has made a big splash in college athletics. At a recent meet, she jumped 6.12 meters in the long jump. This jump is her best so far in …
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Fred Kerley and Lyles Rivalry Heats Up After Olympic Showdown
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuFred Kerley and Noah Lyles have become the biggest names in American sprinting. Their rivalry keeps fans talking online and at every meet. Earlier, Kerley boldly claimed on a podcast …
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Brayden Williams Runs Wind-Aided 9.82 to Break 100m Record
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuBrayden Williams, a senior at Duncanville High School, stunned the track world on April 18, 2025. He ran a wind-aided 9.82 seconds in the 100 meters at the regional championships. …
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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 …