Half empty track exposes Olympic reality
A new rule at the athletics events at the Paris Olympics has caused a reality we never thought we’d see in sport, writes Sally Pearson.
Athletics
‘I protested!’: US sprint drama blows up
Controversy has erupted between American teammates over perceived ‘favouritism’ in a glamour Paris Olympics event.
Now Nina has Olympic gold, world record is next
After sharing last year’s world title Nina Kennedy is now the sole owner of Olympic gold. With that box ticked, there is a certain record – that has stood the test of time – ‘will be on the cards’.
‘Crazy’: Chaos as cameraman strolls into race
Commentators were left in shock after runners were forced to dart around a camera operator in an ‘insane’ Olympics moment.
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‘Never seen this’: Cameraman causes chaos
The sporting world was left to do a double take when it became immediately clear that something was amiss at the World Championships.
Aussie’s stunning feat on world stage
Nina Kennedy has kicked off Australia’s medal tally at the World Athletics Championships after taking an Olympic champion all the way.
Injury hell to bronze medal: Aussie’s incredible comeback
It wasn’t long ago that Nina Kennedy’s injury-riddled body nearly gave up on her. Now the Australian pole vaulter is world championships bronze medallist.
America’s clean sweep is pure dominance
Team USA proved they are still the kings of the athletics world after three Americans swept the medals in the men’s 100m sprint.
Ex-Aussie champ breaks dad’s 28-year record
Australia had a horror 100m heats at the World Champs but a former Australian titleholder took a national record away from his father.
Parenthood no hurdle to Brisbane Olympian
A Brisbane Olympian says becoming a mother is not going to stop her lofty ambition of competing at a fourth Games.
Aussie star reveals extent of heart scare
Olympic star Stewart McSweyn has made a sizzling return to form while opening up about the heart scare that threatened to derail his career.
Rugby league makes call on trans athletes
Rugby league has made a major call on the participation of transgender players after swimming dropped a bombshell earlier this week.
Peter Bol breaks 800m Aussie record
Australian track superstar Peter Bol has put the athletics world on notice after producing the fourth fastest run over 800m this year.
Olympic runner’s Covid booster nightmare
Australian athletics star Stewart McSweyn’s Commonwealth Games prospects are in jeopardy as he continues to battle ongoing effects from a Covid booster shot.
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