Kipsang, Tefera, Wightman, Kerr and defending champion Cheruiyot look to challenge the talented, young Norwegian
By Cathal Dennehy for World Athletics
At the age of 21, Jakob Ingebrigtsen has very nearly done it all. He’s won European titles, an Olympic gold medal and, earlier this year, he...
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Hopes will be high among the home fans that a U.S. athlete can reach the podium, and Team USA has a strong contingent in Sinclaire Johnson, Elle St Pierre and Cory McGee.
By Cathal Dennehy for World Athletics
As it stands, few could argue with Faith Kipyegon’s claims to being the greatest...
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Donaghu edges Camarena for women’s crown; 8 men sub-4 minutes; $35,000 in prize money awarded
Race summary from Yakima Herald-Republic & BBTM
YAKIMA, Wash. – For the third consecutive event, the Downtown Yakima Mile produced the fastest Mile on Washington soil. This time, Sam Prakel, who...
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“I think they realize it’s not a barrier that can’t be broken, it’s more of a matter that if you break it will you go on from there..."
By Ashley Conklin for World Athletics Championships Oregon22
A record five U.S. high school boys have combined to break the coveted, revered 4-minute Mile...
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