YAROSLAVA MAHUCHIKH
Wanyonyi follows up Olympic win with sizzling 800 metres in Lausanne
Kenya's Emmanuel Wanyonyi nearly broke the men's 800m world record at the Lausanne Diamond League, clocking 1:41.11, just 0.2 seconds off the mark set by David Rudisha. Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen won the men's 1,500m, seeking redemption after his Olympic fourth-place finish. Chase Jackson of the U.S. won the women's shot put. Jamaica's Rasheed Broadbell defeated American Grant Holloway in the men's 110m hurdles. Botswana's Letsile Tebogo won the 200m.
Olympics 2024: Pretty purple track proves popular in Paris
Athletes in Paris are loving the vibrant purple track at the Stade de France, inspired by the lavender fields of southern France, bringing a fresh look to Olympic traditions and standing out from previous track colors. The unique hue has sparked excitement among competitors, with some embracing the trend by incorporating purple into their attire, adding a colorful and sophisticated touch to the Games.
Ukraine's Yaroslava Mahuchikh sets new world record for women's high jump
Ukrainian high jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh broke the women's high jump world record at the Diamond League meet in Paris, clearing 2.10 meters, surpassing the previous record set in 1987. Mahuchikh's achievement comes just before the Paris Olympics, solidifying her status as a top contender. The 22-year-old athlete, who fled her city due to the Russian invasion, has a strong track record, including world gold and silver medals.
Ukraine's Mahuchikh defies odds to win world indoor high jump gold
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Mahuchikh was forced to flee her home, hide out in a cellar and eventually make the 2,000km trip over three days to Belgrade to face what she dubbed her own front line.
