Canadians to watch tonight at the track and field world championships
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American Fred Kerley cramps up in 200-meter semifinal, finishers sixth to miss final at track world championships
EUGENE, Ore. — World 100-meter champ Fred Kerley will not have a chance at two individual medals at the world championships after he slowed down midway through his 200-meter semifinal due to a cramp and finished sixth.
Lyles, Knighton book 200 metres showdown at worlds
EUGENE, Ore. : A highly anticipated showdown between reigning winner Noah Lyles and 18-year-old sensation Erriyon Knighton is set for the World Championships, after the two Americans produced blazing-fast times to win their semi-finals.
Lyles puts 200m field on notice with red-hot heat
EUGENE, Ore. : Reigning world champion Noah Lyles showed he is no mood to give up his 200 metres crown after setting a red-hot pace to win his heat on Monday.
What to watch tonight at the World Athletics Championships
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Poor start in Morocco costs sprinter Jerome Blake chance at 2nd straight 200m win
Earlier this season, Jerome Blake talked about focusing on executing his own race and running consistently on the track.
Bednarek, Thompson-Herah cruise to victory in Rabat Diamond League
RABAT : Olympic silver medallist Kenny Bednarek began the defence of his 200 metres Diamond League title with a comfortable win in Rabat on Sunday while Elaine Thompson-Herah continued her preparation for a first individual world title with another 100m victory.
Will Andre De Grasse turn it on at the Prefontaine Classic?
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