This year’s edition of the world’s biggest one-day athletics event did not disappoint in the slightest. The London Athletics Meet featured a loaded program for the last major professional event before all the action gets underway in Paris 10 days from now, and practically every event exceeded expectations.
Plus: Paul Hof-Mahoney gives us a rundown of the biggest performances he witnessed at the Mike Holloway Pro Classic, including Christian Taylor's final jump. Lastly, we get some thoughts off our chest from ESPN's Top 100 Athletes list.
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Host: Paul Hof-Mahoney | @pauliethrows on Instagram
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Keely Hodgkinson is a middle-distance runner from Great Britain, known for specializing in the 800 meters. She gained international recognition after winning a silver medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and setting a new British record in the event. Hodgkinson has continued to demonstrate her prowess on the track with subsequent podium finishes at major championships.
Christian Taylor is an acclaimed American track and field athlete, specializing in the triple jump and long jump. A two-time Olympic gold medalist in the triple jump (2012, 2016) and a multiple World Champion, Taylor is renowned for his exceptional athleticism and technique.
Noah Lyles is an American sprinter born on July 18, 1997, known for his exceptional speed and versatility across multiple track events. With personal bests that include a stunning 9.79 seconds in the 100 metres and 19.31 seconds in the 200 metres, Lyles is regarded as one of the top sprinters in the world, earning recognition in both individual and relay competitions.