CITIUS MAG's Anderson Emerole reports from Glasgow, Scotland with a recap of Day 3 of the World Indoor Championships.
– Team USA earned FOUR medals in the 1500m as New Zealand's George Beamish and Ethiopia's Freweyni Hailu came away with victories but Nikki Hiltz, Emily Mackay, Cole Hocker and Hobbs Kessler all came away with medals.
– Bryce Hoppel clocked a world-leading 1:44.92 to improve upon his bronze medal from 2022 to win gold in the 800m final. Ethiopia's Tsige Duguma claimed gold in the 800 – just ahead of Team GB's Jemma Reekie.
– Tara Davis-Woodhall and Monae Nichols went 1-2 in the women's long jump.
– Bahamian Devynne Charlton broke her own 60m hurdles world record to claim her country's first-ever gold medal in the 800m
– There was controversy over Noah Lyles being named to the 4x400m relay team and then they came away with a silver medal as Belgium's Alexander Doom kicked down Team USA in the closing meters. Lyles split 45.68, which was the third-fastest of the American team.
– Mondo Duplantis claimed yet another gold in the men's pole vault.
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Nikki Hiltz is a prominent American middle-distance runner specializing in the 1500 meters. They have been a standout performer in national and international competitions, known for their resilience and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Hiltz has achieved significant milestones including strong showings at the USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships and has represented the United States in various international meets.
Devynne Charlton is a prominent Bahamian track and field athlete specializing in the 100 meters hurdles. She has represented the Bahamas in numerous international competitions, including the World Championships and the Olympic Games. Known for her speed and agility, Charlton has also achieved success in collegiate track competitions during her time at Purdue University.
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.
Jemma Reekie is a renowned middle-distance runner from Great Britain, specializing in the 800m and 1500m events. She has achieved significant recognition for her outstanding performances on the international stage, including multiple national titles and strong performances at the European Championships and Diamond League meetings. Reekie is known for her impressive speed and tactical racing abilities.
Alexander Doom is a Belgian sprinter who specializes in the 400 meters. Known for his remarkable speed and endurance, he has represented Belgium in various international competitions, including the European Athletics Championships. Doom has been instrumental in Belgium's relay teams, contributing to their strong performances on the European stage.
