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Jamaica's relay teams broke world records on back-to-back days at the World Athletics Relays, while five-time Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah made her triumphant return after nearly two years away from competition.
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Botswana made history by hosting Africa's first ever World Athletics Relays, delivering a world-class event and clinching gold in front of an ecstatic home crowd. The two-day spectacle in Gaborone proved Africa has come of age on the global athletics stage.
Great Britain's relay runners bounced back from Olympic disappointment with a bronze medal and five automatic qualifications for the 2027 World Championships. The mixed 4x400m team led the charge at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana.
Ghana's men's 4x100m relay team just punched their ticket to the 2026 World Athletics Championships in Beijing, marking an incredible fourth consecutive qualification. The quartet finished second in their repechage heat with a time of 38.09 seconds, securing the final automatic spot.
Jamaica's relay team broke the mixed 4x100m world record not once but twice at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana, clocking an astonishing 39.62 seconds. The historic performance secured their spot at the inaugural Ultimate Championship and showcased the future of track and field.
Jamaica's relay team just ran into history books, clocking 39.99 seconds to set a new world record in the mixed 4x100m relay at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. Their electrifying performance kicked off a day where five teams shattered the previous world best.
Canadian sprinters shattered a world record and qualified four relay teams for the 2027 World Championships in a stunning performance at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The breakthrough moment shows Canada's track dominance is only getting stronger.
After a disappointing Paris 2024 Olympics with just one medal, Jamaica's legendary sprint team is roaring back with their strongest lineup in years. Olympic and world champions head to Botswana this weekend to reclaim their "powerhouse" status.
World Athletics rejected attempts by Turkey to recruit elite Kenyan runners through lucrative contracts, protecting the integrity of international competition. The decision reinforces that national teams should be built through homegrown talent, not checkbooks.
Nigeria has named a powerful 24-athlete squad blending Olympic veterans and rising stars for the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The team will compete across all six relay events as the country aims to reclaim its place among global sprinting powers.
Japan's Hayato Katsuki made history by winning the first-ever marathon race walk at the World Athletics Championships in Brazil, completing the grueling 42-kilometer distance in just over three hours. His victory marks a milestone for both the athlete and this newly introduced endurance event.
Lithuanian thrower Mykolas Alekna shattered his own world record by launching a discus 75.56 meters in a tiny Oklahoma town, becoming the first person ever to break the 75-meter barrier. The college student donated his record-breaking jersey to the Museum of World Athletics, cementing a legacy that even his Olympic champion father never achieved.
Three American runners who were accidentally led off course during a championship race will get another shot at competing on the world stage. World Athletics granted an unprecedented exemption after a media vehicle misdirected the athletes just miles from victory.
Great Britain made history at the World Athletics Indoor Championships with three gold medals in just 28 minutes, marking their best performance ever. The incredible run featured inspiring comebacks from athletes who refused to give up on their dreams.
Australian high jumper Nicola Olyslagers claimed silver at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland, clearing 1.99 meters despite not feeling at her best. Her performance proves that champions shine even on off days.
Nigeria is becoming Africa's road racing capital, hosting the continent's first World Athletics African Running Conference this February. The gathering brings global experts to Lagos to shape the future of marathon running across Africa.
Nigeria's Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has earned World Athletics Gold Label status, cementing its place among Africa's most prestigious races. This year's edition features a brand new route through the city's coastal landmarks.