American track sprinter; Olympic and World champion
In Birmingham, Briton Amy Hunt defends her British 100m title, beating Dina Asher-Smith amid a crowd-pleasing sprint duel. Romell Glave claims his first British 100m title with a late surge, beating Zharnel Hughes as faster times begin to define the season. The events highlight a rising American and Swiss contenders on the European stage.
The Paris Meeting at Charlety Stadium will go ahead in an adapted format as extreme heat prompts limits on activities. The French Athletics Federation has confirmed professional competitions will take place while other activities are cancelled, with safety measures in place.
18-year-old Australian sprinter has suffered a left hamstring tear that will keep him out of Eugene and require rehabilitation, with a goal to return in 2027. He had been slated to contest the 200m and was a strong gold favourite at the world juniors.
Noah Lyles delivers a world-leading 9.79s in the 100m and confirms dominance as Sha’Carri Richardson wins the women’s 100m; Melissa Jefferson-Wooden defends her 200m title as Olympic cycle shifts with the Ultimate Championships on the horizon.