athletics

Britain’s Wightman second in Melbourne mile on injury comeback

British Olympic gold medal hopeful Jake Wightman continued his injury comeback with a close second place in the mile at the Maurie Plant meet in Melbourne on Thursday. The 2022 world 1500m champion, who was sidelined for most of last year, crossed a fraction behind Australian Stewart McSweyn, who won in 3mins 52.00secs. European and Commonwealth Games medallist Wightman pipped Tokyo Olympic gold medal winner Jakob Ingebrigtsen to win […]

February 15, 2024 3

Sport

Marathon world record-holder Kelvin Kiptum killed in car crash in Kenya

Marathon world record-holder and Paris Olympic favourite Kelvin Kiptum died in a car crash in western Kenya, police said Monday. The 24-year-old was driving from Kaptagat to Eldoret around 11 pm (2000 GMT) on Sunday when the car rolled, killing the young sensation and his Rwandan coach Gervais Hakizimana. "The car had three occupants, two died on the spot, while one was taken to hospital. The two are Kiptum and […]

February 12, 2024 16

Sport

Bob Beamon auctions off 1968 Olympic long jump medal

Half a century after his 29-foot long jump at the 1968 Mexico City Summer Olympics, Bob Beamon's record still stands -- though he is ready to part with his gold medal. "It's time for me to pass it on," the 77-year-old told AFP, ahead of the award's auction by Christie's on Thursday in New York. Beamon's historic leap -- technically at 8.9 meters, or 29 feet and 2 1/4 […]

January 31, 2024 5

Health / Medical

EXCLUSIVE: Beatrice Masilingi: A Journey of Resilience, Ambition, and Inspiration

January 29, 2024/Leonard Witbeen Beatrice Masilingi has become a symbol of inspiration and resilience in the world of sports, particularly in athletics. Her meteoric rise from the challenges of 2020 to becoming a trailblazer for young women is nothing short of remarkable. In a recent interview withFuture Media News' Leonard Witbeen, Beatrice shares insights into her thoughts on fellow athlete Sha'Carri Richardson, her experiences with different sprint distances, and her […]

January 29, 2024 29

Sport

Lyles wins big World Athletics award

American sprinter Noah Lyles and Kenya's Faith Kipyegon were named the men's and women's track athletes of the year by World Athletics on Monday. Lyles was recognised for the three gold medals he won at the world championships in Budapest. After an all-conquering 2023, the 26-year-old will now turn his focus to next year's Paris Olympics where he is targeting gold in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay and […]

December 12, 2023 3