Athletics News

Once again, IAAF World Athletics Day reached all continents around the world with more than 100 member federations taking part.

Marquise Goodwin soared to a personal best and world lead of 8.45m (0.8 m/s) when winning the men's long jump at the Meeting Region Guadeloupe on Saturday evening (14).

Beating very hot and humid conditions, Mosinet Geremew and Peres Jepchirchir powered to impressive victories at the ninth TCS World 10K in Bengaluru on Sunday (15).

Kenya's Dominic Kangor smashed the course record when running 2:11:45 to win the men's race at Lattelecom Riga Marathon, an IAAF Bronze Label Road Race, on Sunday (15).

Usain Bolt opened his 2016 season by running 10.05 to win the 100m in virtually still conditions (0.1 m/s) at the Cayman Invitational in George Town on Saturday night (14).