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Noah Lyles, Julien Alfred, and Faith Kipyegon race for points in the final Diamond League meets to qualify for Brussels.
Four more opportunities remain in the 2024 Wanda Diamond League season, where track and field stars vie for their last chance at global glory.
As the athletes transition from the highs of the Paris Olympics, their focus narrows on the prestigious Diamond League Final in Brussels, set for September 13th-14th.
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14:42 - 19.08.2024
Letsile Tebogo gifted diamonds for winning gold at Paris Olympics
Botswana’s golden boy Letsile Tebogo continues to reap from his Olympics success after being handed treasured diamond and more cash rewards at the weekend.
Amidst the contenders, Noah Lyles, Julien Alfred, and Faith Kipyegon stand out as they hustle for crucial points to secure their spots.
In the men's 100m, American sprinter Noah Lyles finds himself in a precarious 10th position. The Olympic champion Lyles is aiming for his sixth Diamond League title.
Similarly, the tension is palpable for St. Lucian star Julien Alfred. Fresh off a victory in Monaco last month, Alfred leads the women’s 100m standings with 15 points.
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12:42 - 19.08.2024
Noah Lyles reveals why lining up next to Oblique Seville in men's 100m Olympic final was a blessing
Noah Lyles has opened up on why running next to Oblique Seville in the men's 100m final at the Paris Olympics assured him of a medal.
Despite her current lead, the competitive field means no assurances, necessitating continued excellence in her upcoming races to clinch her qualification.
Kenyan middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon also finds herself in a chase for points.
As the reigning champion in the women’s 1500m, Kipyegon’s position at ninth place leaves her on the brink.
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12:08 - 19.08.2024
Mary Moraa’s track rival joins Faith Kipyegon & Gabby Thomas for Ksh7.7m event despite Olympics flop
The Jamaican 800m runner is the latest to sign up for the lucrative women’s-only athletics event that is sponsored by tennis legend Serena Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian.
Her season highlight was setting a world record at the Meeting de Paris, yet she needs a strong finish in the remaining events to defend her Diamond League title and return to the finals.
The next meeting will be Lausanne’s Athletissima which is the 11th leg of the series. The event promises to be a battleground for points and positions, with the subsequent meets in Silesia, Rome, and Zurich offering the final chances to make their mark.
The Road to the Final has seen dramatic twists this season, emphasizing the relentless competition and high stakes involved.
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12:00 - 18.08.2024
NBA star Josh Hart opens can of worms on face of outspoken US sprinter
NBA's Josh Hart publicly wished for an unnamed US sprinter to lose at the Olympics, sparking controversy across sports leagues.
With 48 athletes, including notable names like Mondo Duplantis and Marileidy Paulino, already securing their spots, the pressure intensifies for those still in the hunt.
With 13 disciplines still open for qualification, including the men's 200m and women's high jump, the final chapters of this season promise thrilling contests and heroic efforts.
Olympic champions like Letsile Tebogo and Yaroslava Mahuchikh may seem secure with their points tally, but in the Diamond League, nothing is certain until the final race is run for the ultimate prize—the Diamond Trophy and the $30,000 (Ksh 3.8 million) reward that accompanies it.
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