Competition
Athletics: European Championships Recap
The European Athletics Championships in Birmingham saw several notable performances, including Andreas Almgren's historic 10,000m victory and Mark English's first Irish men's gold in the 800m.
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Competition
2028 US Olympic Trials Return to Eugene, But With Changes
The 2028 US Olympic Trials will be held in Eugene, Oregon, from June 17-22, 2028, marking the sixth consecutive Trials to be held in the city. However, the event will be condensed to six days, with the 10,000m and combined events held separately earlier in the spring.
Marks & records
Audrey Werro Claims European 800m Gold in Thrilling Duel with Keely Hodgkinson
Audrey Werro secured her first major title with a championship-record 1:54.81 in the European 800m final, outpacing defending champion Keely Hodgkinson (1:55.01) in a tactical masterclass. Femke Broeders-Bol, a 400m hurdles specialist, claimed bronze in 1:55.54, setting a Dutch record.
Competition
European 800m Final Set for Friday: Hodgkinson, Werro, and Broeders-Bol to Battle for Gold
The European 800m final is set to take place on Friday, featuring a highly anticipated battle between Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson and 22-year-old Audrey Werro of Switzerland. Werro has been making waves in the athletics world with her impressive performances, including a 1:53.80 personal best time in June.
Disciplines
Habtom Samuel Shatters Course Record at 2026 Falmouth Road Race, Pamela Kosgei Edges Jess McClain
Eritrea's Habtom Samuel set a new course record at the 2026 Falmouth Road Race with a time of 30:53, while Kenya's Pamela Kosgei narrowly edged out Jess McClain in the women's race with a time of 35:25.
Athletes & programmes
Jonah Koech Denies Doping Allegations Despite Accepting 3-Year Ban
US middle-distance runner Jonah Koech has claimed he did not dope despite accepting a 3-year ban from the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). Koech's case has sparked controversy after he admitted guilt in order to receive a reduced ban from four years to three.