Katarina Johnson-Thompson: I’ve got my hunger back
Katarina Johnson-Thompson insists she has rediscovered her hunger despite losing her world heptathlon title.
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Four new COVID cases reported in Japan's worlds delegation
Three Japanese athletes and one coach tested positive for COVID-19 at the World Championships on Monday, the country's athletics federation (JAAF) said https://www.jaaf.or.jp/news/article/16856, taking the total number of cases in the delegation up to 15.
Disquiet in Nigeria’s camp as athletes grumble over allowances
• Trip to Colombia for World U-20 championship under threat There are strong indications that all is not well in Nigeria’s camp at the ongoing World Athletics Championships, holding in Eugene, United States, as athletes are said to be grumbling over allowances.
Japan's World Athletics Team Rocked By COVID-19 Outbreak
Seven members of Japan's team at the World Athletics Championships, including two marathon runners, have tested positive for Covid-19, organisers said Saturday. A joint statement from World Athletics, the Japan Association of Athletics Federations and local organisers said the outbreak had hit endurance athletes and staff at the championships in Oregon.
Juan Soto overcomes JRod, contract talk to win HR Derby
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Juan Soto bet heavily on his own talent and health by turning down a massive, long-term contract extension from the Washington Nationals.
Juan Soto narrowly edges rookie sensation Julio Rodriguez to win Home Run Derby
Juan Soto bet heavily on his own talent and health by turning down a massive, long-term contract extension from the Washington Nationals.
Laura Muir claims bronze in 1500m at World Championships
Laura Muir clinched Great Britain’s first medal of the World Championships with an impressive bronze in the 1500m.
Key dates announced for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
LOS ANGELES: The opening ceremony of the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be held on Jul 14 and the Games will conclude on Jul 30, Games organiser LA28 announced on Monday (Jul 18).