Athletics news now
Here are the latest news and updates from the world of athletics:
Track and Field
- World Athletics Championships: The 2022 World Athletics Championships are set to take place in Eugene, Oregon, USA from July 15-24. The event will feature top athletes from around the world competing in track and field events.
- Diamond League: The 2022 Diamond League season is underway, with top athletes competing in a series of meets around the world. The next meet is scheduled for June 30 in Stockholm, Sweden.
- Olympic Qualifying: The Olympic qualifying period for track and field events is underway, with athletes vying for spots on their national teams for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Road Racing
- Boston Marathon: The 126th Boston Marathon is set to take place on April 18, with top athletes including defending champion Benson Kipruto and American record holder Galen Rupp competing.
- London Marathon: The 2022 London Marathon is scheduled for April 24, with top athletes including world record holder Eliud Kipchoge and defending champion Shura Kitata competing.
Cross-Country
- World Cross-Country Championships: The 2022 World Cross-Country Championships are set to take place in Bathurst, Australia on February 19. The event will feature top athletes from around the world competing in cross-country events.
Athlete News
- Eliud Kipchoge: The Kenyan distance runner has announced that he will not compete in the 2022 Boston Marathon, citing a need to focus on his training for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- Caster Semenya: The South African middle-distance runner has announced that she will not compete in the 2022 Diamond League season, citing a need to focus on her training and well-being.
- Christian Coleman: The American sprinter has been banned from competition for two years after testing positive for a banned substance.
Coaching News
- Alberto Salazar: The American coach has been banned from competition for four years after being found guilty of doping violations.
- Steve Magness: The American coach has been banned from competition for two years after testing positive for a banned substance.
Other News
- Athletics Integrity Unit: The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has announced that it has banned 14 athletes for doping violations in the past year.
- World Athletics: World Athletics has announced that it will be introducing a new anti-doping program, which will include increased testing and stricter penalties for doping violations.