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Julien Wanders: Track Sessions in Kamariny, Kenya Are Never Easy
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJulien Wanders, the Swiss long-distance runner renowned for his grit and determination, is once again putting in the hard miles in Kenya. On Tuesday, Wanders shared a video from a …
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“Looking Forward to Eugene”: Danielle Williams Gears Up for Prefontaine Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJamaican sprint hurdler Danielle Williams is relishing the challenge ahead at the 50th edition of the Prefontaine Classic, set for Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. …
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History on the Line: Chebet vs Tsegay at the Prefontaine Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaDouble Olympic champion Beatrice Chebet is set for a seismic showdown with Ethiopia’s Gudaf Tsegay at the 50th edition of the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday, July 5. …
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Next Up for Craig Engels After Prefontaine Classic Exclusion
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican middle-distance runner Craig Engels has confirmed his next race after missing out on the 2025 Prefontaine Classic, in Eugene, United States. In a recent Instagram Story, Craig Engels confirmed …
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What Sha’Carri Richardson Said After Smith Gilbert Named USA Women’s Head Coach at Worlds
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaSha ‘Carri Richardson has reacted following the appointment of Caryl Smith Gilbert as the head coach of the U.S. women’s team for the upcoming 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, …
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Masai Russell Reacts to Monaco Diamond League Entry
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican hurdler Masai Russell has responded with excitement after final entries for the Monaco Diamond League, scheduled for Friday, July 11, were released. The event will feature a blockbuster women’s …
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Jump Fuel: Hamish Kerr’s Secret to Powering Through Training
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaNew Zealand high jump star Hamish Kerr is lifting the lid on one of the small but powerful routines fueling his 2025 season. In a recent Instagram story, the Olympic …
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What Nadine Visser Said After Dutch Team’s Fourth-Place Finish at European Team Champs
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe Netherlands’ athletics team achieved its best-ever finish at the European Athletics Team Championships, placing fourth overall in Madrid behind defending champions Italy, Germany, and Poland. It marked a historic moment …
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Shanieka Ricketts: Time for Sponsors to Step Up for Jamaica’s Field Athletes
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic Games and World Championships medalist Shanieka Ricketts has made an impassioned appeal to local sponsors to extend their support to Jamaica’s field event athletes. Speaking after claiming her seventh …
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Laulauga Tausaga Pokes Fun at Mispronunciations of Her Own Name with Hilarious Meme
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican discus thrower Laulauga Tausaga sparked laughter after sharing a cheeky meme on her Instagram Stories that poked fun at how often people mispronounce her name. In the video meme, …
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Nathan Green Signs Pro Contract with adidas After NCAA Dominance
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaTwo-time NCAA 1500-meter champion Nathan Green has officially turned professional, signing a contract with adidas, the global sportswear giant. Green announced the move on Instagram, writing:“Excited to announce the start of …
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Megan Tapper Plots Speed Revival After Injury Setback
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic bronze medalist Megan Tapper stunned the field with a commanding victory in the women’s 100m hurdles final at the JAAA National Championships, capping off the final day of competition …
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Top Takeaways from the JAAA National Senior Championships
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJamaica’s finest athletes battled for coveted spots on the national team heading to the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo last weekend. From explosive sprints to emotional farewells, the 2025 JAAA …
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Chase Jackson Honors Jillian Camarena-Williams After American Record at Iron Wood Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaTwo-time reigning world champion Chase Jackson delivered a shot put masterclass on Saturday at the Iron Wood Classic in Rathdrum, Idaho, throwing a staggering 20.95 meters to smash her own …
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Christina Clemons in Tears of Joy After 8-Year Wait Ends at ATX Sprint Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican sprint hurdler Christina Clemons was overcome with emotion after what she described as an “eight-year wait” finally came to an end at the 2025 ATX Sprint Classic, held at …
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Gabby Thomas vs ‘the Wind’: Another Sub-11, Same Old Story
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas has once again found herself on the wrong side of the wind in her recent competition, the 2025 ATX Sprint Classic held at Southwestern University …
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Tyreek Hill Roasts Noah Lyles After Beating His Brother Josephus at ATX Sprint Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaTyreek Hill didn’t waste time throwing shade after edging out Josephus Lyles, the younger brother of track superstar Noah Lyles in the 100 meters at the ATX Sprint Classic on …
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European Athletics Team Championships: Reigning Champs Italy Take Command Ahead of Final Day
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaDefending champions Italy surged into the lead at the end of a thrilling Saturday (June 28) at the European Athletics Team Championships 1st Division in Madrid. With one day remaining, the …
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Jamaican National Trials: Roshawn Clarke Reclaims 400m Hurdles Crown
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaNational record holder Roshawn Clarke reclaimed his title in the men’s 400m hurdles with a commanding performance at the 2025 JAAA/Puma National Junior and Senior Championships. Roshawn Clarke clocked 48.02 …
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Josephus Lyles, Noah Lyles’ Brother, Trails Tyreek Hill in 100m at ATX Sprint Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJosephus Lyles, Noah Lyles’ younger brother, fell just short of NFL star Tyreek Hill in the 100m preliminary heats at the ATX Sprint Classic on June 28 in Austin, Texas. …
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Marie-Josée Ta Lou-Smith Reacts to Fraser-Pryce’s World Championships Qualification
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaMarie-Josée Ta Lou-Smith was overcome with emotion after Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce secured her spot at yet another World Championships set to happen in Tokyo in September Taking to her X account …
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Katie Moon’s Reaction to Unexpected Wikipedia Line: ‘A Fierce Bob?!’
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic pole vault champion Katie Moon had a playful moment after spotting something surprising on her own Wikipedia page. In an Instagram story, the American star posted a screenshot of …
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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Responds with Poise After 2025 ESPY Best Athlete Nomination
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has reacted gracefully after being nominated for the 2025 ESPY Award for Best Athlete. The announcement places her alongside an elite group of nominees, including sprinter …
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Speed Kings: The All-Time Top 10 Men’s 100m Sprinters
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe men’s 100m sprint has always been the crown jewel of track and field, a pure explosive battle where fractions of a second shape history. With the sport evolving and …
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Stacked Schedule Revealed for 2025 Prefontaine Classic
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaMeet organizers have unveiled the full event schedule for the 2025 Prefontaine Classic, part of the prestigious Wanda Diamond League series, set for Saturday, July 5, at Hayward Field. The 50th …
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Netherlands Surge Ahead in European Team Championships After Day Two
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe Dutch team has taken a commanding lead after day two of the European Athletics Team Championships in Madrid, underlining their status as serious contenders for the overall title. With 165.5 …
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Shericka Jackson Moved to Tears by Special Gift After Tokyo Qualification
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaShericka Jackson was overwhelmed with emotion moments after securing her place on Jamaica’s team to the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo this September. The two-time world champion and fifth-fastest woman …
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European Team Championships: Femke Bol Steals the Show with Historic 400m
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaTreble European champion Femke Bol proved once again why she’s one of the most electrifying talents in athletics, storming to victory in the women’s 400 meters at the 2025 European …
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Seyd Taha Ghaffari: The Kurdish Marathoner Who Found Home Through Running
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaKurdish marathoner Seyd Taha Ghaffari has endured more than most runners ever will- fleeing danger, losing his homeland, and rebuilding a life from scratch. Originally from Iran, Ghaffari is part …
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Tate Taylor Crowned 2025 Gatorade National Boys Track & Field Player of the Year
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaTate Taylor, from John M. Harlan High School in San Antonio, has been crowned the 2025 Gatorade National Boys Track & Field Player of the Year, following a record-shattering season …
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Amálie Švábíková Shares a Heartfelt Tribute to Longtime Love Ondřej Kopecký
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaCzech pole vault sensation Amálie Švábíková is marking a deeply personal milestone, ten years of love and partnership with Ondřej Kopecký, her longtime partner. In an Instagram post brimming with …
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Rai Benjamin Weighs In on Mamdani Backlash: ‘Bro Just Wants a Better NYC!’
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic silver medallist Rai Benjamin, known for his blistering speed in the 400m hurdles, has been making waves on and off the track in 2025. Benjamin recently shifted gears to …
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Jamal Britt Gives Flowers to Allen Johnson Following Prestigious Coaching Award
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican hurdler Jamal Britt has taken time to honor his coach, Allen Johnson, after the legendary former world champion was named the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) Men’s Outdoor Track and …
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Justin Gatlin Announces Track Comeback
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFour years after what was thought to be his final race, sprint legend Justin Gatlin is officially lacing up his spikes again. The 43-year-old Olympic gold medallist and five-time Olympic …
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Gabby Thomas, Favour Ofili Among Headliners in ATX Sprint Classic Women’s 100m
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic medallist Gabby Thomas is set to headline a star-studded women’s 100m lineup at the 2025 ATX Sprint Classic, taking place Saturday, June 28, at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. …
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Madrid 2025: Czech Republic Tops Standings After Royal Palace Pole Vault Spectacle
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaThe European Team Championships got underway in spectacular style as Day one unfolded beneath the grandeur of Madrid’s Royal Palace. A packed crowd gathered for the pole vault showcase, the …
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So Close! Kipyegon Clocks 4:06.42, Just Shy of Sub-4 Mile History
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaFaith Kipyegon ran a sensational 4:06.42 mile in Paris on Thursday night, coming heartbreakingly close to becoming the first woman in history to break the four-minute barrier. The race, staged …
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Canadian middle-distance star Marco Arop has revealed he’s eyeing a potential double at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Speaking on a recent episode of Spill the Ice Tee …
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Chris Robinson’s Ostrava Slip Draws Step One’s Cheeky Offer
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican hurdler Chris Robinson delivered one of the most gripping performances at the Golden Spike meet in Ostrava on June 24, battling not just his opponents but an unexpected wardrobe …
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“I Didn’t Even Like Running” – Marco Arop on Unexpected Greatness
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaCanadian middle-distance star Marco Arop has hinted out that he wasn’t always destined for the track saying he didn’t even like running. The reigning world 800m champion who struck gold …
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Gabby Thomas, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Earn 2025 ESPYS Nominations for Best Female Athlete
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaTrack and field stars Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Gabby Thomas have been nominated for Best Athlete, Women’s Sports at the 2025 ESPYS Awards. The two Americans are joined by an elite …
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Lawrence Okoye Named Team Captain for GB & NI at European Championships in Madrid
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaUK Athletics has named Lawrence Okoye as the Team Captain for Great Britain and Northern Ireland ahead of the European Athletics Team Championships. Okoye, coached by Zane Duquemin and representing …
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Dolla Financial Signs Triple Jumper Shanieka Ricketts as Brand Ambassador
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJamaican triple jumper Shanieka Ricketts has officially joined Dolla Financial Services as a brand ambassador, marking a significant partnership. In one of the recent interviews with Jamaica Observer, Ricketts’ decision …
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From 4:37 to 4:07: The Historic Rise of Women’s Mile World Record
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaFew track events strike a balance between endurance and speed quite like the mile, a race that demands strength, strategy, and sheer will. Over the past five decades, women have …
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Beatrice Chebet Hails Prudence Sekgodiso After Brilliant Ostrava Run
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaKenya’s Beatrice Chebet has showered praise on South African middle-distance star Prudence Sekgodiso following her standout performance at the Golden Spike meet in Ostrava, Czech Republic, on Tuesday night. Sekgodiso …
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“You Can’t Put Me in a Box” – Gabby Thomas Opens Up on Defying Norms
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican sprint star and the Olympic medallist, Gabby Thomas is embracing an unconventional path in both life and sport. Thomas recently teamed up with fashion retailer TJ Maxx and shared …
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Serena Williams’ Husband Promises Millions if Kipyegon Wins Historic Mile Race
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaFaith Kipyegon is set for a bumper reward from Alexis Ohanian, the husband of tennis legend Serena Williams, if she manages to run a mile in under four minutes during …
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Gout Gout Eyes Sub-20 Mark After Close Call in European Debut at Ostrava
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAustralian sprint sensation Gout Gout came agonizingly close to breaking the 20-second barrier in the 200m during his European debut at the Ostrava Golden Spike meet on Tuesday. Running against …
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What Grant Holloway Said After Falling Short Again in Ostrava
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaAmerican sprint hurdler Grant Holloway has reacted Candidly after another disappointing result in the 110m hurdles, this time at the Ostrava Golden Spike meet in the Czech Republic. Taking to …