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Top Ten Stories of the Week
12/14/2024
These are the top ten stories based on views over the last week.
Four secrets of runners who have mastered motivation
Staying motivated to run is no easy feat, whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience. A recent study explored what helps new runners stick to their routines and what causes others to fall off track—and the results can help all of us fuel that long-term running fire. Researchers in the U.K. followed 20 new runners for up to a year, using interviews, observations and diaries to uncover the secrets behind maintaining a running habit. Here’s what they found.
1.- Find your “why”
It might sound cliché, but finding a meaningful reason to run was key for participants in the study. This wasn’t just about exercise—it was personal. Some ran to align with their values, like being a role model for their kids or chasing a long-held dream. Others found inspiration in special memories, relationships or the simple joy of movement. Runners who had a strong “why” were better able to prioritize running even when life got hectic.
2.- Be prepared for curveballs
No matter how motivated runners were, life’s demands often posed challenges. Work, family and other commitments sometimes made it hard for even the most dedicated participants to hit the pavement. Those with a meaningful reason to run were better at finding balance, but even the most committed struggled to continue when barriers piled up.
3.- Acknowledge barriers
The study revealed stark disparities in running opportunities. Age, health and wealth shaped participants’ experiences and gender added another layer. Women reported grappling with safety fears and body image struggles, while older runners often faced self-doubt or physical discomfort. These findings emphasize the importance of creating supportive, inclusive spaces where every runner can thrive.
4.- Celebrate mini-victories
For many participants, the simple act of realizing “I can do this” was huge. Victories, large and small—like completing a 5K or running for longer than expected—helped build self-belief. This newfound confidence helped participants keep going, even when obstacles arose.
The takeaway
The study offers valuable insights into building and maintaining a running habit:
Find your why: Connect running to something that deeply resonates with your values or identity.
Plan for disruptions: Life happens—be ready to adapt and prioritize running when you can.
Celebrate small wins: Progress builds confidence, and confidence keeps you going.
Acknowledge barriers: Recognize the challenges you face and seek solutions, whether that’s support from a running group or by adjusting your schedule.
(12/09/24) Views: 172Keeley Milne
Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata 2024: Defending Champions Ebenyo and Kebede set to return
The ninth edition of the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, the world's first World Athletics Gold Label 25K race, is set to take place on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
With a prize pool of USD 142,214 and equal rewards for men and women, the event will see elite athletes competing for top honors on the fast and scenic streets of Kolkata.
Daniel Ebenyo (Kenya) and Sutume Kebede (Ethiopia), defending champions and current event record holders, will lead the star-studded lineup. Ebenyo set the men's record at 1:11:13 last year, while Kebede clocked 1:18:47 to dominate the women's race. Both are determined to better their timings and defend their titles.
Ebenyo aims to surpass his personal best and challenge the unofficial world record of 1:11:08, set by Eliud Kipchoge during a marathon split. "The Kolkata roads are fast, and conditions are ideal; it's a perfect opportunity to defend my title and better my timing," Ebenyo said.
Women's Race
The women's field is packed with talent. Kebede, the reigning champion, has shown remarkable improvement this year with personal bests in the half marathon (1:04:37) and marathon (2:15:55). Her competition includes:
Desi Jisa (Bahrain), the 2022 champion, known for her strong performances in marathons and cross-country events.
Degitu Azimeraw (Ethiopia), 2017 Kolkata champion, fresh off a sixth-place finish at the Chicago Marathon following a comeback post-maternity break. Alemaddis Eyayu (Ethiopia), winner of the 2024 Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, making her 25K debut.Viola Chepngeno (Kenya), a consistent top-three finisher in international races. Sintayehu Lewetegn (Ethiopia), a World Cross-country bronze medalist. Men's Race Along with the current champion Daniel Ebenyo, there will be some other tough competitors as well.Benson Kipruto (Kenya), Tokyo Marathon 2024 champion and Paris Olympics bronze medalist, who was officially timed at 1:11:39 for 25K this year. Stephen Kissa (Uganda), fifth in the 2023 World Championships Marathon and a half marathon PB of 58:56.Haymanot Alew (Ethiopia), a top performer from last year's race, eager to make it to the podium. Diriba Girma (Ethiopia), making his debut and aiming to follow in the footsteps of his world-champion brother, Lamecha Girma. With runners motivated by an Event Record Bonus of USD 5,000, the competition promises excitement and potentially record-breaking performances.
(12/07/24) Views: 113MyKhel Staff
16-year-old Aussie sprinter clocks outrageous 100m time
Gout Gout, the young athlete drawing comparisons to Usain Bolt, now holds the Australian U18 100m and 200m records.
Australia’s Gout Gout has left the world speechless once again. At Friday’s Australian All Schools Athletics Championships in Nathan, Australia, the sprinter made a run at the elusive 10-second barrier–at the age of just 16. In heats, he soared to a blazing 10.04 seconds (+3.4 m/s winds), crossing the line more than five tenths of a second ahead of second place. Including all non-legal marks, Gout’s time secured him the number-four spot on the all-time U18 list.
Tailwind speeds exceeding 2.0 m/s are deemed illegal in sprinting, as stronger winds are considered to aid the racers. Wind assistance can impact times by about 0.1 seconds, a substantial difference in the world of sprinting.
In the 100m final at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre, Gout went on to run a stunning (and wind-legal) 10.17. The time shattered his own personal best of 10.29 and the previous U18 Australian record of 10.27 held by Sebastian Sultana, and still places him sixth on the all-time U18 list.
The high schooler first made headlines when he cruised to a 20.77-second win in the qualifying rounds of the 200m at the World U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, in August. The following day, he clinched the silver medal in the event’s final.
Gout signed a pro contact with Adidas in October, and just a week later, clocked an electrifying 20.29 at the All Schools Queensland track and field championships. The time broke his own U18 national record, along with the 31-year-old U20 national record and the Oceanic record. His time was the fourth-fastest in Australia’s history.
Gout’s race on Friday clip is his second to go viral in the athletics world in four months; many track and field fans began drawing comparisons of his tall stature and running style to those of Jamaican track legend Usain Bolt.
(12/07/24) Views: 113Cameron Ormond
The 52nd Honolulu marathon was another fun and spirited event
Nearly 25,000 runners started the 52nd Honolulu Marathon under 72°F temperatures, 88% humidity and very calm winds. Due to the increased competition that has grown during a second running boom in recent years, Honolulu’s pro marathon field was not as deep as in the past.
“It’s getting harder to get the top runners here,” admitted marathon president Dr. Jim Barahal. “There are other races now, like Valencia, that have faster so they come back they come back courses, no heat or hills. But I’m happy with the field we got and the races they produced.”
Both defending champions returned, heading up small, but strong lead packs.
Kenya’s Paul Lonyagata came down with a small injury two months ago back home in Kenya, and wasn’t prepared to defend his title with any strength. He dropped out just before the 10K mark.
But women’s defender, Cynthia Limo, who debuted with her victory in Honolulu last year in 2:33:01, saw herself in a tight four woman battle that lasted from the 1st mile until 30 km.
Last year’s third place men’s finisher, Reuben Kerio, 30, of Kenya, for some reason, downloaded a 4:38 11th mile as the race headed out Kalanianaʻole Highway for the 4 mile stretch out to Hawaii Kai and the turnaround.
What had been a four man pack was instantly reduced to two as Eritrean Olympian Yamane Haileselassie, 26, who debuted in Boston in April, answered the call a few steps behind the rushing Kenyan.
Super shoes not withstanding, a 4:38 is more like a breakaway mile after 30 km not a how-do-you-do mile not even halfway through the race. Pundits on the scene questioned Kerio‘s decision.
At 15 miles, Yamane HaileSelassie made a move of his own, and within a mile had 10 seconds on Kerio. The lead grew to 30 seconds by 20 miles and the race seemed all but over.
HaileSelassie defected to the United States after the world championships in Eugene, Oregon in 2022. He moved to Flagstaff, Arizona, where he drives an Uber making food deliveries 40 hours a week to supplement is racing income.
He recently won the BAA Half Marathon in Boston on November 10th, running 1:01:46. He was third in that race last year and in seventh the year before. So you knew he was on form. He was also the fifth place finisher at the 2021 Olympic steeplechase final in Tokyo. When you can run top five in the Olympic steeplechase, you know this could be a great marathon runner.
According to his coach, James McKirdy, this is the first season that Yamane has worn super shoes. But he didn’t seem to be dialed in to the new technology quite yet as his feet came out full of blisters at the end of the competition. Still, he held off a never-say-die Reuben Kerio to win the race in 2:11:59
Kerio, who closed within 12 seconds going up Diamondhead at 40 km, finished 17 seconds back with Japan’s Kensuke Horio taking third place in 2:15:30.
Women leaders through Waikiki in mile 6 (33:10)
The women staged a four-person battle from mile one to mile 19. Defending champion Cynthia Limo ran alongside country woman F3 Judith Korir, silver medalist at the 2022 World Championships marathon in Eugene, Oregon. Along with them was F2 Sandrafelis Tuei, also of Kenya, who is has personal best of 2:22:22 from a fourth place finish in Shanghai, China in 2023. The fourth woman in the group was F4 Fanta Gelasa of Ethiopia, runner up at the 2024 Milan Marathon in Italy.
The tall striding Judith Korir controlled the pace for much of the first half, but at 19 miles the Ethiopian Gelasa finally let go and Cynthia Limo began to show signs of trying to take the race over.
In mile 20 Judith Korir finally fell away, leaving just Cynthia and Sandrafelis.
Those two stay together until Diamond Head when, at the 39 km mark, at the aid station Tuei seemed indecisive, unsure how to go to the table and almost ran into it before coming around the table to get her drink. But then she failed to grab it, whereas Cynthia easily snatched her bottle and kept on trucking’.
Suddenly, a side-by-side battle was a two stride advantage. And that seemed to be enough to break Tuei. From there, Limo loped home uncontested to finish in 2:31:13 to take her second straight, Honolulu Marathon title. Tuei finishing 2:31:47, with Judith Korir taking third in 2:36:17.
In this modern area of super shoes, when winning times are faster than ever, sometimes an old-fashioned foot race can be more fun to watch than a solo run against the clock.
Honolulu never had, nor never will have, a reputation for being a fast marathon. But pro racing is just as important to the Honolulu Marathon Association as tens of thousands of average runners. Though In 2019, Honolulu had both the fastest marathon in the America (2:07:59) and the slowest, as they never close their finish line and some finishers take up to 17 hours to complete their journey.
But that’s what makes Honolulu special. And with more people than ever coming to enjoy sun and sand and swaying palm trees while the snow flies back home, it seems the aloha spirit will never go out of style.
(12/08/24) Views: 110
Toni Reavis
Can olive oil replace petroleum jelly for cold-weather runners?
Olive oil has been a hot topic among runners over the past two weeks, thanks to Brigham Young University (BYU). At the NCAA Cross-Country Championships on Nov. 23, BYU athletes coated their arms and legs with olive oil before toeing the line–and both the men’s and women’s teams won the team titles. Could this kitchen staple dethrone petroleum jelly as the go-to for cold-weather insulation?
Temperatures at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Course in Verona, Wisc., dropped to 3 C on race day, with flurries the day before. Conditions like these make it tricky for runners to balance warmth with comfort. Extra layers can feel restrictive and cause overheating, so applying a skin barrier like petroleum jelly (or, apparently, olive oil) has proven to be another workable solution.
Petroleum jelly: the traditional way
Petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, creates a protective layer that shields skin from the wind and cold and reduces the risk of frostbite. The balm is affordable–you can get your hands on a 375 g tub for less than $5 at your local drugstore. Its thick, waxy, (nearly) odourless texture allows the dense layer of protection to stay put, providing a durable barrier that won’t absorb into your skin.
Olive oil: BYU’s secret weapon?
BYU men’s coach Ed Eyestone told the New York Times that he coated himself in olive oil when he won the NCAA title in 1985. Now, he and women’s coach Diljeet Taylor passed the trick along to the their athletes.
But olive oil has its drawbacks. A 500-mL bottle of olive oil can cost $10 or more, and its runny texture has a knack for getting everywhere. It provides a thinner and less insulating barrier than its petroleum jelly rival. While easier to apply in colder temperatures, your skin begins to absorb the oil within 20 minutes, making it less effective for longer races–not to mention, you’ll cross the finish line smelling like a frying pan.
While olive oil’s new race-day purpose is intriguing, before you jump on that trend, consider the cost-effective and reliable petroleum jelly.
(12/08/24) Views: 108
Records fall again as world’s best runners shine at California International Marathon
Tsegay Weldlibanos demolished a men’s course record that stood for more than 30 years en route to victory in his first-ever California International Marathon. British Olympian Callie Hauger-Thackery’s record-smashing pace was just enough to edge Jacqueline Gaughan and take home the women’s CIM title Sunday in Sacramento.
It was a day to celebrate, as is so often the case on one of the fastest marathon courses in the country. Sunny, dry conditions, temperatures a crisp but comfortable high 40s, and a world-class field in peak form led to another record-setting Sunday in the state capital.
Weldlibanos, of Eritrea, who lives and trains in high country Flagstaff, Arizona, turned the notoriously fast Folsom-to-Capitol course into a personal playground Sunday, crossing the finish line at two hours, seven minutes and 35 seconds — three seconds faster than the previous course best set by Jerry Lawlor in 1993.
CJ Albertson, the “Fresno Kid” and come-from-behind men’s winner in 2023, missed out on back-to-back wins, taking home a second-place finish and a trip to the podium.
Hauger-Thackery set a blistering pace and needed every bit, her 2:24:28 beating Gaughan’s 2:24:40 by .12 of a second. Stephanie Bruce finished third. One of the fastest British marathoners ever, Haugher-Thackery burst onto the scene in 2023 and earned a spot to represent Great Britain in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Husband and coach Nick Hauger, who finished third on the men’s side moments earlier, met the women’s winner at the finish in an emotional moment. Hauger was draped in the Stars and Stripes; the Union Jack adorned Haugher-Thackery’s shoulders as the couple embraced in victory.
Fifth-place women’s finisher Brittney Feivor’s cheering section hugged the rail at the finish. Susan Kessler, Feivor’s mother-in-law, traveled from Kenosha, Wisconsin, to watch the former Marquette University standout’s run Sunday.
“It’s exhilarating. We know how much work she puts in,” said Kessler. Feivor logs 50 to 90 miles or more a week in training. “It’s cheering and giving her the support she needs.”
The day didn’t just belong to the elites. As many as 10,000 runners and another 1,000 relay runners were expected to cross the finish line on race day, traveling from across the country and Northern California for the chance to notch a personal best or qualify for marathons on the 2025 calendar.
The California International Marathon is a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon. The 129th running is April 21. It’s a short walk — or jog — from the finish line at Ninth Street and Capitol Mall to a bell at the state Capitol’s west steps. Runners here know what the bell’s peal means: Someone’s going to Boston next year.
On Sunday, that someone was Alex Mills, 23, of Tacoma, Washington, shaking the bell nearly off its moorings as proud family — 10 in all — watched on from the Capitol steps.
Mills, who graduated this year from George Fox College in Oregon, wasted no time. Sacramento was the first marathon for the collegiate cross-country runner.
Mills’ mother, Shelly, and entourage planned their vacation around the Sacramento trip. Now, she said, they’ll have to schedule a second in Boston.
“I’m just happy to get it over with,” said Mills, still draped in his warming blanket.
Sometimes the run is about redemption. Andy Holstrom came down to Sacramento from Portland for this year’s marathon. Holstrom, bib 115, was on the course, wife Rebecca and parents Bob and Marla Mion of Newcastle cheering on from the mall. Andy and Rebecca, expecting a child in April, ran Boston last year, but after a disappointing run in the Bay State, Andy was looking for a personal best in California.
Rebecca, who recently ran an ultramarathon, carried a placard with its own bit of cheeky motivation: “Don’t embarrass our unborn son,” it read. “Run fast.”
Dad-to-be Andy delivered, cracking the 2:40 barrier with a 2:39:12.
Brandon Moran of Boston took the trip west, breaking into the coveted 2:30s, relishing the CIM’s fast downhill after running on Boston’s grueling hills. “It’s been two years since I ran this fast. I’m very, very happy with the result. It’s just the smoothest course I’ve ever run.”
(12/09/24) Views: 108Darrell Smith
'It's so rare that on race can define your life'- Cole Hocker reflects on Paris 'Olympic blues' and being the man to beat in 2025
Cole Hocker claimed gold in the 1500m at the Paris Olympics with an Olympics record time, upsetting as star studded line-up.
American middle-distance runner Cole Hocker, fresh off his historic victory at the Paris Olympics, is embracing life as the world’s best 1500-meter runner.
Hocker etched his name in the record books with a stunning time of 3:27.65, setting a new Olympic record and defeating favorites such as defending champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen of Norway and Great Britain’s Josh Kerr, a two-time world champion.
In a candid reflection on his triumph, Hocker described the moment as transformative even as he struggles to grasp the nature of his new reality.
“It’s a life-changing victory, but you don’t ever really know where that’s going to take you,” he said via Citius Mag.
“So many things are still unfolding. I didn’t know how to prepare for this because I didn’t know what to expect. It was just a dream until it actually happened.”
Despite his monumental success, Hocker remains grounded, returning to his training base in Virginia.
“It’s back to business as usual,” he shared. “I’m surrounded by the same people who’ve supported me throughout this journey, and that keeps me focused. It’s an interesting headspace, but I’m embracing the challenge of being the best 1500-meter runner in the world and rising to every occasion.”
The 22-year-old also opened up about the mental adjustment following such a career-defining moment. He acknowledged experiencing what he termed “Olympic blues,” a phenomenon he says is common among athletes.
“You train your entire career for that one moment, and no matter how it goes, that date comes and goes. Even after having the best day of my life, it’s surreal to realize we’re already months past it. Moving forward feels strange, but it’s also exciting.”
Looking ahead, Hocker is determined to capitalize on his Olympic momentum. “I’m focusing on optimizing this victory and carrying that form into the next season. One race can define your life, and I’m making sure to rise to every new challenge.”
With his Paris performance setting the stage, Hocker is now one of the most formidable names in middle-distance running. As he gears up for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on him to see how he builds on his remarkable Olympic success.
(12/06/24) Views: 107Stephen Awino
How to Get Rid of Blisters, According to Doctors-And how to prevent them in the future.
BLISTERS MIGHT NOT seem like a big deal—until you get one and remember how debilitating they can be.
These painful skin lesions are caused by friction when your skin rubs against your shoes, says Purvisha Patel, M.D., a dermatologist and founder of Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates in Memphis, Tennessee. They may be caused by ill-fitting shoes, not wearing socks, or sporting new shoes before breaking them in.
Blisters commonly happen on your heels, toes, or other parts of your feet, but they can really happen anywhere that body parts rub together or where your skin rubs against clothing, shoes, or other objects, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
Usually, blisters get better on their own. But there are a few things you can do to speed things up and minimize the pain. Here’s what you should know about treating and preventing blisters.
What causes blisters?
BLISTERS FORM UNDER the epidermis (the skin’s top layer) as a sac filled with clear liquid or blood, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
There are a few types of blisters. • Friction blisters—the kind you get from wearing shoes that don’t fit well or repeatedly using a shovel or another tool—form when your skin rubs against something and clear fluid builds up in the skin layers.
• Blood blisters happen when your skin gets pinched. Blood vessels break, the lower layers of the skin get damaged, and blood pools, forming a blister.
• Heat blisters can form after a burn or sunburn, Dr. Patel says, and blisters can occur when you get frostbite in the extreme cold. You might also get blisters from allergic reactions or medical conditions, like shingles or chickenpox.
How to Get Rid of a Blister
FRICTION BLISTERS ARE the most common type, and they’ll usually heal on their own in a few days. But there are a few things that
You can also use padding, such as cotton pads or gauze, on blisters in high-pressure areas, like on your feet, the AAD says. Place the padding over the blister and cover with a bandage. Be sure to change the bandage and padding at least once a day.
Use a Blister Pad
BLISTER PAD PRODUCTS like 2nd Skin and Compeed can offer a protective barrier while the blister heals. These hydrocolloid patches absorb moisture and create a moist environment that allows the wound to heal quickly. You can also use these pads on blister-prone areas to prevent them from forming.
Signs Your Blister Is Infected
It’s rare for blisters to get infected, Dr. Lizarzaburu says. But it can happen, so it’s important to recognize the signs.
Swelling, redness, pus or yellow drainage, increased pain, and warmth around the blister are signs it could be infected, Dr. Patel says. You may also get a fever.
You should see a doctor if you suspect the blister is infected.
How to Prevent Blisters
The best way to deal with a blister is to avoid getting one in the first place. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to prevent a blister
(12/08/24) Views: 107
Chappell Roan’s 5K Personal Record Time Is Pretty Impressive
“I literally don’t feel like I’m going to throw up anymore when I sing and run."
It’s no secret that Chappell Roan is having a massive year. Her single, “Good Luck Babe!” was one of the most streamed songs on Spotify in 2024 and her album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, was also one of the top five streamed records of the year.
Chappell also performed on SNL, was nominated for a bunch of Grammys, went on tour, and has kind of been everywhere. Now, she’s dueting with Sabrina Carpenter on the new Netflix special, A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter, which is guaranteed to be a hit.
Chappell has a ton of high-energy performances and it’s fair to wonder what she does for fitness to keep all that up.
Here’s what she’s shared about her training.
She worked hard to train for her tour.
Chappell made it clear that she wanted to make sure that she was ready to go by the time her tour rolled around. So, for six weeks every day leading up to hitting the road, the 26-year-old ran through her entire set during a high intensity cardio workout.
“I would be doing burpees, jump squats, jump rope, high knees,” Chappell told 1824.
She also shared on TikTok that she took two months of “cardio vocal training” to be able to run around onstage, which she admits is "very hard."
Chappell said that training was hugely beneficial for her. “I literally don’t feel like I’m going to throw up anymore when I sing and run, so… ” she said.
She ran cross-country in high school.
Chappell runs around a lot on stage and even jogs in place while she’s performing her songs. That's no accident: She actually has a background in long-distance running.
Chappell (real name: Kayleigh Amstutz) ran cross country in high school and got a PR in cross country of 20:06.96 during her freshman year, according to Mile Split. She ended up qualifying for the Missouri State Cross-Country Championships, so go Chappell!
She had a fitness-themed set at Lollapalooza.
Chappell had a cool set, complete with a boxing ring, punching dummy, and body builders when she performed at Lollapalooza this summer.
The performance was amazing, featuring Chappell working the stage while people strength trained like bosses in the background.
(12/08/24) Views: 106
Gulveer Singh, Sanjeevani Jadhav headline Indian elite field at World 25K Kolkata
With World 25K Kolkata becoming the world’s first Athletic Gold Label race at this distance, the Indian elite field has swelled with 27 men and 13 women vying for the honours along the picturesque setting of the Red Road on December 15.
The USD 142,214 prize money race will witness some of India’s best athletes take centerstage. With equal prize money for the Indian elite men and women winners, the first three in each race stand to win Rs 3,00,000, 2,50,000, and Rs 2,00,000 respectively. The Indian elite men and women runners will also be further incentivised by an event record bonus of Rs 1,00,000 each.
Avinash Sable holds the current event record in the Indian elite men’s category, with a time of 1:15:17, and L Suriya holds the women’s record, with a time of 1:26:53.
The well-stocked men’s field will be led by the current sensation Gulveer Singh, who is in the midst of a purple patch. He is the current 5000 m (13:11:82) and 10,000 m (27:14:88) national record holder, and has also won a gold medal at the 17th Asian Cross-Country Championship 2024 held in Hong Kong recently. He is also the Asian Games 2022 bronze medallist in the 10,000 m.
Sawan Barwal, the defending champion (1:17:49), returns to Kolkata after winning Delhi Half Marathon 2024 along with Abhishek Pal, the winner of the 2022 edition of TSK 25K. He also won a silver medal at the recently concluded Asian Cross-Country Championship and DHM 2023. The men’s challenge will also see Kiran Matre looking to be a dark horse with a top-of-the-podium finish in World 10K Bengaluru 2024 with a new Indian Course Record. He came third at DHM 2024.
While recounting his recent exploits Gulveer Singh said, “The 2024 session was very good for me. I set four national records in this session, and I’m so motivated. International standards are very high as compared to India. We got a pacer there to do our best. This is my first time in World 25K and I will try to finish in the top three.”
Sanjeevani Jadhav will be the pre-race favourite in the women’s field. She recently won the World 10K Bengaluru 2024 and also earned a silver medal at the Asian Cross-Country Championship. She was also the winner of the 2022 edition (1:34:23) of TSK 25K. She is in red hot form, but she will get tough competition from Lilli Das, who won the DHM 2024. Kavita Yadav, winner of DHM 2023 and second at DHM 2024, will be no pushover either.
“I am well prepared for the World 25K Race. The 2024 year was good for me individually, but I am more focused on 2025 because I am preparing for the Asian and World Championships, and I want to do my best in these championships.
“TSW 25K is more important because we get a chance to compete with the world’s best athletes, and it’s a great opportunity to give our best performance individually and do my personal best in the race. This year, I will try to break the course record my senior colleague L Suriya made earlier,” Sanjeevani said.
With a bright line-up of athletes only one can imagine the competition in store when the flag waves on Sunday.
(12/09/24) Views: 105Statesman News Service
