Category : Search result: track and field news


Lynsey Sharp: I was robbed of an Olympic medal by gender rules

British track star Lynsey Sharp delivers a powerful critique of Olympic gender inclusion policies, claiming she was denied a rightful medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics after finishing behind two athletes with testosterone levels far above the female range.

Hodgkinson: 'On The Start Line, You're Fair Game'

British athletics star Keely Hodgkinson opens up on the intense pressure and mental challenges of elite competition after witnessing fellow runner Nikki Hiltz's powerful Instagram post.

Lyles vows to surpass Bolt after fourth 200m gold

American sprint sensation Noah Lyles makes a bold pledge to surpass Usain Bolt's legendary Olympic medal haul after securing a historic fourth consecutive world 200m title in Tokyo.

Amy Hunt's Olympic Dream in Jeopardy After Injury

British sprint sensation Amy Hunt faces a race against time to be fit for the Paris Olympics after a serious training injury derailed her World Championship plans and threatened her golden dream.

Noah Lyles' "We Are All English" Claim Sparks Backlash

US sprint sensation Noah Lyles ignites a fiery discussion on national identity in sports after his controversial 'we are all English' remark, drawing sharp responses from British athletes including Keely Hodgkinson.

Gout Strikes! Athlete Out of World Championships

In a shocking turn of events at the World Athletics Championships, a top competitor's medal hopes were dashed not by an injury, but by a sudden and severe flare-up of gout, a condition often misunderstood as an ailment of the past.

World Athletics Champs 2025: 200m & Heptathlon Drama

Relive every electrifying moment from the 200m finals and gripping heptathlon competition at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Full results, standout performances, and record-breaking drama.

Keely Hodgkinson slams 'disrespectful' BBC coverage

British athletics star Keely Hodgkinson has launched a scathing critique of the BBC's coverage of her 800m World Championships final, branding the post-race interview 'disrespectful' and revealing the immense pressure she faces.

US athlete Erin Brown slams 'white nobodies' in athletics rant

American track and field athlete Erin Brown launches a scathing attack on rivals, labelling them 'white nobodies with bums' and criticising Australia's team culture following the World Championships. The outburst sparks controversy in the athletics world

Jess Hull Wins Historic 1500m Gold at World Championships

Australian runner Jessica Hull makes history with a stunning 1500m victory at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, setting a new championship record and cementing her status as a global track superstar.

World Athletics Champs 2025 LIVE: 400m Finals & 200m Semis

Live coverage from the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Get real-time updates, results, and expert analysis on the men's and women's 400m finals, 200m semi-finals, and all the day's major track and field events.

Michael Johnson's Athletics League Collapse Costs $2m

Olympic legend Michael Johnson's revolutionary athletics league collapses, leaving his Grand Slam Track venture unpaid and the sport's future in turmoil. Exclusive details on the financial fallout.

McLaughlin-Levrone vs Kipyegon: Race for the Ages

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's audacious challenge to Faith Kipyegon sets the stage for an unprecedented clash to decide the greatest female athlete in history. An in-depth look at the proposed 'Gauntlet' race format.

Jess Hull takes 1500m bronze in epic Kipyegon duel

Australia's Jessica Hull delivers a career-defining performance to seize bronze in a thrilling women's 1500m final, battling legendary Kenyan champion Faith Kipyegon in a race for the ages.

DWP Fast-Tracks 178 Health Conditions for PIP Benefits

In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of

George Beamish wins steeplechase gold for New Zealand

New Zealand's George Beamish storms to a sensational gold medal in the men's 3000m steeplechase at the World Athletics Championships, delivering a masterclass in tactics and power to claim a historic victory for Kiwi athletics.

Duplantis breaks pole vault world record with 6.25m leap

Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis continues to redefine pole vaulting excellence, breaking his own world record with a monumental 6.25m clearance in Budapest. The Swedish phenomenon's latest feat marks his 14th world record, cementing his status as the greatest va

Noah Lyles Out of World Champs with Gout

US sprint superstar Noah Lyles has been forced to pull out of the 4x100m relay at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest after a sudden and severe gout diagnosis, a condition rarely seen in elite athletes.

Duplantis vaults to new 6.25m world record!

Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis defends his world title in spectacular fashion, breaking his own pole vault world record with a monumental 6.25m clearance in Tokyo. Live coverage of all the drama from the 2025 World Athletics Championships.

Page 2 of 4