Athletics

South African distance runner Adriaan Wildschutt has become the first from his country to win the New York City Half-Marathon. The 27-year-old Olympian emphasised staying grounded and inspiring through action in an interview. His victory adds to national records in multiple distances.

March 21, 2026 Reported by AI

Armand Duplantis secured his fourth straight indoor world gold in pole vault in Toruń, Poland, after a historic final where Greek Emmanouil Karalis pushed him to a 6.25m jump. It was the best pole vault final in a championship ever, but Duplantis was too tired for a world record attempt. “Grymt kul att ha lite press,” he said.

Ethiopia's athlete Wachiso claimed victory in the men's 400m event on the second day of the MTN CHAMPS Season 4 in Calabar. The Cross River State government launched the athletics competition, marking the start of the season.

March 06, 2026 Reported by AI

Jakub Szymański set a Polish record and world lead in the 60m hurdles, while Jessica Schilder matched her Dutch record with a world-leading shot put throw at the ISTAF Indoor in Berlin. The event served as preparation for the upcoming World Athletics Indoor Championships. Other athletes also posted strong performances in various events.

Ethiopia's Mechal Sport Club athletics team has won a gold medal at the 60th World Military Nations Athletics Championship held in Trikala, Greece. The team secured first place in the team relay event among 38 participating countries. This marks the first such achievement for the Ethiopian Defense Force's sports club.

February 23, 2026 Reported by AI

Nigeria-born Jared Ejiasia, a record-breaking athlete, has stated his goal to join the French athletics team.