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Myers and Hollingsworth Lead Stellar Night at Maurie Plant Meet
28 March 2026
Myers and Hollingsworth Lead Stellar Night at Maurie Plant Meet
Myers and Hollingsworth dominate the 1500m at the Maurie Plant Meet, as Kennedy sweeps the sprints and Nina Kennedy headlines strong field action in Melbourne.
Maurie Plant Meet Melbourne 2026 Preview: Global Stars Open Continental Tour Gold Season
27 March 2026
Maurie Plant Meet Melbourne 2026 Preview: Global Stars Open Continental Tour Gold Season
Olympic and world champions open the 2026 Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne, opening the Continental Tour Gold with top clashes in sprints, field, and distance events.
Start Lists Announced for 2026 Maurie Plant Meet Melbourne - World Athletics Gold Meet
26 March 2026
Start Lists Announced for 2026 Maurie Plant Meet Melbourne - World Athletics Gold Meet
Full start lists for the 2026 Maurie Plant Meet Melbourne, featuring world and Olympic stars as the Continental Tour Gold season kicks off outdoors.
World's Best Set to Shine at the 18th TCS World 10K Bengaluru
26 March 2026
World's Best Set to Shine at the 18th TCS World 10K Bengaluru
Harbert Kibet headlines a deep field while Sarah Chelangat defends her title at the 2026 TCS World 10K Bengaluru on April 26 in a race set for fast times.
Tesfaye and Gezahagn lead strong elite women’s field at Vienna City Marathon 2026
26 March 2026
Tesfaye and Gezahagn lead strong elite women’s field at Vienna City Marathon 2026
Elite women lead Vienna City Marathon 2026 as Tesfaye and Gezahagn chase the course record, with defending champion Chepkemoi aiming to retain her title.
Charlton equals world record as Hodgkinson and Hunter Bell lead World indoors final-day highlights
23 March 2026
Charlton equals world record as Hodgkinson and Hunter Bell lead World indoors final-day highlights
Charlton equals world record as Hodgkinson, Hunter Bell and Baldé star on final day of the World Indoor Championships in Toruń.
Ehammer breaks world record as Duplantis, Dosso and Kerr shine on Day 2 in Toruń
21 March 2026
Ehammer breaks world record as Duplantis, Dosso and Kerr shine on Day 2 in Toruń
Ehammer sets heptathlon world record as Duplantis, Dosso and Kerr star on Day 2 of the World Indoor Championships in Toruń with thrilling finals.
Anthony Storms to 60m World Championships Gold in Torun
20 March 2026
Anthony Storms to 60m World Championships Gold in Torun
Anthony wins 60m gold in 6.41 WL as Mahuchikh, Mitton shine and Hibbert tops triple jump at World Indoor Championships day 1 finals.
Event-by-event preview of the women’s competitions at the World Indoor Championships in Torun
19 March 2026
Event-by-event preview of the women’s competitions at the World Indoor Championships in Torun
Women’s event-by-event preview for the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Torun, featuring top stars, medal contenders and key events to watch.
Event-by-event preview of the men’s competitions at the World Indoor Championships in Torun
19 March 2026
Event-by-event preview of the men’s competitions at the World Indoor Championships in Torun
Men’s event-by-event preview for the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Torun, featuring top stars, medal contenders and key events to watch.
Arkansas and Georgia claim team titles on final day of NCAA Division I Indoor Championships
15 March 2026
Arkansas and Georgia claim team titles on final day of NCAA Division I Indoor Championships
Arkansas and Georgia win team titles at the 2026 NCAA Division I Indoor Championships in Fayetteville as records fall and stars shine on the final day.
Final Entry Lists Released for World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 2026
15 March 2026
Final Entry Lists Released for World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 2026
Entry lists confirmed for the World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 2026 with 674 athletes from 118 nations, including Olympic champions.
The New Generation of Under-20 Track Stars to Watch Before the Next Olympics
13 March 2026
The New Generation of Under-20 Track Stars to Watch Before the Next Olympics
Teen track and field stars are emerging fast. Discover rising talents like Christian Miller, Bayanda Walaza and Gout Gout who could shape the next Olympic Games.
Duplantis soars to 6.31m world record at Mondo Classic in Uppsala
12 March 2026
Duplantis soars to 6.31m world record at Mondo Classic in Uppsala
Armand Duplantis set a new pole vault world record of 6.31m at the Mondo Classic in Uppsala, Sweden, extending his own global mark in front of home fans.
Oqbe Kibrom targets history in second Vienna City Marathon attempt
12 March 2026
Oqbe Kibrom targets history in second Vienna City Marathon attempt
Oqbe Kibrom returns to the 2026 Vienna City Marathon aiming to become the first Eritrean men’s champion. The 2:05:37 marathoner leads a strong elite field.
Nathan Martin Wins Thriller as Priscah Cherono Dominates at the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon
08 March 2026
Nathan Martin Wins Thriller as Priscah Cherono Dominates at the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon
Nathan Martin edged Michael Kimani Kamau in a dramatic sprint to win the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon, while Kenya’s Priscah Cherono claimed the women’s title.
Chepkirui Defends Title in Thrilling Duel at 2026 Nagoya Women’s Marathon
08 March 2026
Chepkirui Defends Title in Thrilling Duel at 2026 Nagoya Women’s Marathon
Sheila Chepkirui defended her title at the 2026 Nagoya Women’s Marathon, edging Sayaka Sato in a thrilling sprint finish, 2:21:54 to 2:21:56.
Jakob Kiplimo Smashes Half Marathon World Record with 57:20 in Lisbon
08 March 2026
Jakob Kiplimo Smashes Half Marathon World Record with 57:20 in Lisbon
Jakob Kiplimo sets a new half marathon world record of 57:20 at the 2026 Lisbon Half Marathon, while Tsigie Gebreselama wins the women’s race in 1:04:48.
Szymański storms to 7.37 Polish record, Schilder launches 20.69m world lead at ISTAF Indoor Berlin
07 March 2026
Szymański storms to 7.37 Polish record, Schilder launches 20.69m world lead at ISTAF Indoor Berlin
Jakub Szymanski ran a Polish 7.37 record in the 60m hurdles and Jessica Schilder threw a 20.69m world lead at the ISTAF Indoor Berlin World Athletics Tour meeting.
Official Qualifiers Announced for 2026 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships
06 March 2026
Official Qualifiers Announced for 2026 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships
Official qualifiers announced for the 2026 NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships set for March 13–14 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
The Olympic Dream Machine: Inside the Making of a Gold Medalist
05 March 2026
The Olympic Dream Machine: Inside the Making of a Gold Medalist
What does it take to win Olympic gold? Explore the training, science, mindset, and support systems behind the athletes who reach the top of the podium.
Nagoya Women’s Marathon 2026 Elite Field Preview
04 March 2026
Nagoya Women’s Marathon 2026 Elite Field Preview
Defending champion Sheila Chepkirui and Japan’s record holder Honami Maeda headline a deep elite field at the 2026 Nagoya Women’s Marathon on March 8.
Italian Indoor Championships: Fortunato Smashes World Indoor Record as Stars Shine in Ancona
02 March 2026
Italian Indoor Championships: Fortunato Smashes World Indoor Record as Stars Shine in Ancona
Francesco Fortunato broke the 5000m race walk world indoor record at the Italian Indoor Championships as national stars impressed in Ancona.
Highlights: USATF Indoor Championships 2026
01 March 2026
Highlights: USATF Indoor Championships 2026
Report: Hocker wins 3K thriller, Wiley runs 1:59.43, Jackson throws 20.44m U.S. record at the 2026 USATF Indoor Championships in Staten Island.
Tokyo Marathon: Takele Defends Title in Sprint Finish, Kosgei Smashes Course Record
01 March 2026
Tokyo Marathon: Takele Defends Title in Sprint Finish, Kosgei Smashes Course Record
Takele won a dramatic Tokyo Marathon sprint in 2:03:37, while Kosgei smashed the course record with a dominant 2:14:29 victory.
Karalis Clears 6.17m at Greek Indoors to Become Second-Highest Pole Vaulter in History
28 February 2026
Karalis Clears 6.17m at Greek Indoors to Become Second-Highest Pole Vaulter in History
Emmanouil Karalis cleared 6.17m at the 2026 Greek Indoor Championships to move to second on the world all-time list behind Armand Duplantis.
Tokyo Marathon 2026 Preview: Stacked Men’s and Women’s Elite Fields
25 February 2026
Tokyo Marathon 2026 Preview: Stacked Men’s and Women’s Elite Fields
Tokyo Marathon 2026 preview: Mutiso, Kiplagat and Takele lead a record-chasing men’s field, while Feysa, Kebede and Kosgei headline a stacked women’s race.
Duplantis Clears 6.06m World Lead to Win All Star Perche 2026 Season Opener
22 February 2026
Duplantis Clears 6.06m World Lead to Win All Star Perche 2026 Season Opener
Armand Duplantis won All Star Perche 2026 with a 6.06m world lead, while Amálie Švábíková took the women’s title in a 4.76m countback thriller.
Dosso and Charlton Set World Leads at Copernicus Cup in Toruń
22 February 2026
Dosso and Charlton Set World Leads at Copernicus Cup in Toruń
Dosso (6.99) and Charlton (7.77) set world leads at the 2026 Copernicus Cup in Toruń as records, national marks and tour titles highlight the Indoor Tour finale.
Kibet Runs 26:39 World Lead, Schrub and Keith Break European Records at 10K Facsa Castellón
22 February 2026
Kibet Runs 26:39 World Lead, Schrub and Keith Break European Records at 10K Facsa Castellón
Harbert Kibet clocked 26:39 world lead as Yann Schrub and Megan Keith set European records at the 2026 10K Facsa Castellón in Spain.
Duplantis Returns at All Star Perche in Clermont-Ferrand
21 February 2026
Duplantis Returns at All Star Perche in Clermont-Ferrand
Armand Duplantis returns at the All Star Perche in Clermont-Ferrand, facing Karalis, Kendricks and Lightfoot in a world-class indoor pole vault clash.
ORLEN Copernicus Cup in Torun event by event preview
21 February 2026
ORLEN Copernicus Cup in Torun event by event preview
World champions Devynne Charlton and Ditaji Kambundji headline a stacked ORLEN Copernicus Cup in Toruń, the World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold final.
Keely Hodgkinson Breaks 800m World Record with 1:54.87 in Liévin
19 February 2026
Keely Hodgkinson Breaks 800m World Record with 1:54.87 in Liévin
Keely Hodgkinson smashed the women’s 800m indoor world record with 1:54.87 at the 2026 Meeting de Liévin, breaking Jolanda Čeplak’s 23-year-old mark.
Meeting Liévin 2026 Preview: Hodgkinson Targets World Record at World Indoor Tour Gold
18 February 2026
Meeting Liévin 2026 Preview: Hodgkinson Targets World Record at World Indoor Tour Gold
Keely Hodgkinson leads a star-studded Meeting Liévin 2026 as she targets the 800m world indoor record at the World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold.
Cole Hocker Breaks American Indoor Mile Record with 3:45.94 at ASICS Sound Invite
15 February 2026
Cole Hocker Breaks American Indoor Mile Record with 3:45.94 at ASICS Sound Invite
Cole Hocker ran 3:45.94 to break the American indoor mile record at the ASICS Sound Invite, becoming the second-fastest man in history.
Dominant Performances and Records at the 2026 Barcelona Half Marathon
15 February 2026
Dominant Performances and Records at the 2026 Barcelona Half Marathon
Hagos Gebrhiwet won the 2026 Barcelona Half Marathon in 58:05 as Loice Chemnung set a course record and Weini Kelati broke her American record.
Kitata Wins Thriller by Photo Finish as Vainio Breaks National Record at 2026 Seville Marathon
15 February 2026
Kitata Wins Thriller by Photo Finish as Vainio Breaks National Record at 2026 Seville Marathon
Shura Kitata won the 2026 Seville Marathon in a 2:03:58 photo finish as Alisa Vainio set a Finnish record of 2:20:39 in a historic edition.
Keely Hodgkinson Blazes 1:56.33 in Birmingham, Third on World Indoor All-Time List
15 February 2026
Keely Hodgkinson Blazes 1:56.33 in Birmingham, Third on World Indoor All-Time List
Keely Hodgkinson delivered a sensational gun-to-tape performance to clock 1:56.33 in the 800m heats at the UK Indoor Championships in Birmingham on Saturday (14), rocketing to
Kamworor Dominates RAK Half Marathon in Triumphant Return
14 February 2026
Kamworor Dominates RAK Half Marathon in Triumphant Return
Geoffrey Kamworor won the RAK Half Marathon in 58:14, while Ethiopia’s Asmarech Anley claimed the women’s title in 67:22 on her debut.
Geoffrey Kamworor Returns to Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon 2026 | Elite Field Preview
13 February 2026
Geoffrey Kamworor Returns to Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon 2026 | Elite Field Preview
Geoffrey Kamworor returns to the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon 13 years after his breakthrough win, facing a stacked elite field on a fast Al Marjan Island course.
Saraboyukov soars to world lead of 8.45m as 12 meeting records fall in Belgrade
11 February 2026
Saraboyukov soars to world lead of 8.45m as 12 meeting records fall in Belgrade
World leads by Saraboyukov (8.45m), Steen (22.07m) and Werro (1:57.27) highlight a thrilling Belgrade Indoor Meeting packed with records and elite performances.
Belgrade Indoor Meeting: Tentoglou, Dosso and Doom Lead Star-Studded Showdown
11 February 2026
Belgrade Indoor Meeting: Tentoglou, Dosso and Doom Lead Star-Studded Showdown
Olympic and world medallists light up the 2026 Belgrade Indoor Meeting as Tentoglou, Dosso and Doom lead fast races and big jumps at Banjica.
The Best Sprint Spikes in 2026 by TrackSpikes.co
10 February 2026
The Best Sprint Spikes in 2026 by TrackSpikes.co
Athlete-tested rankings of the best sprint spikes for 2026. TrackSpikes.co reviews Nike, Adidas, Puma & more to find the top-performing spikes.
Belgrade Indoor Meeting 2026 Final Entry Lists Published
10 February 2026
Belgrade Indoor Meeting 2026 Final Entry Lists Published
Belgrade Indoor Meeting brings world-class action on February 11 with elite 60m sprints, hurdles, jumps, shot put and top 800m and 3000m fields at World Indoor Tour
Karlsruhe Indoor Meeting Results: World Leads for Hunter Bell, Mahuchikh, Stark
09 February 2026
Karlsruhe Indoor Meeting Results: World Leads for Hunter Bell, Mahuchikh, Stark
Hunter Bell’s world lead, Mahuchikh’s 2.01m and Stark’s 7.86 power a thrilling night of records and fast times at the Karlsruhe Indoor Meeting.
Femke Bol smashes Dutch 800m record with 1:59.07 debut win in Metz
08 February 2026
Femke Bol smashes Dutch 800m record with 1:59.07 debut win in Metz
Femke Bol wins her indoor 800m debut in Metz in 1:59.07, breaking the Dutch national record with splits of 27.0, 57.8 and 1:28.0 en route to victory.
Femke Bol’s Bold 800 m Debut in Metz: What to Expect
07 February 2026
Femke Bol’s Bold 800 m Debut in Metz: What to Expect
Femke Bol makes her 800m debut at the Metz Indoor Meeting, stepping up from 400m stardom. Preview, predictions, start time and how to watch live.
Indoor Meeting Karlsruhe Event by Event Preview
07 February 2026
Indoor Meeting Karlsruhe Event by Event Preview
World record holder Yaroslava Mahuchikh, Malaika Mihambo and Elliot Crestan lead a stacked field at the INIT Indoor Karlsruhe World Indoor Tour Gold meeting.
Entry Lists for the INIT Indoor Meeting Karlsruhe 2026 Published
06 February 2026
Entry Lists for the INIT Indoor Meeting Karlsruhe 2026 Published
Elite athletes headline the Karlsruhe Indoor Meeting with stacked start lists across middle distance, sprints, hurdles and field events.
Madrid Indoor thrills: Attaoui attacks world record, breaks European mark as world leads fall
06 February 2026
Madrid Indoor thrills: Attaoui attacks world record, breaks European mark as world leads fall
Mohamed Attaoui broke the European 1000m record in Madrid with a bold world record bid, while world leads fell in the shot put and long jump.
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