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Athletics News for 27 April 2026
US great Felix targets LA Olympics in comeback
BBC - 28 Apr 2026 00:47
Allyson Felix, the most decorated woman in Olympic athletics history with 11 medals, says she is planning a comeback at the age of 40.
The two-hour marathon is done - but other records remain to be broken
The Guardian - 27 Apr 2026 20:52
World-firsts still up for grabs include swimming the Pacific, leaping 9 metres and holding your breath for 30 minutes Bad news for anyone who secretly fancies themselves every time they lace up their trainers: the two-ho...
'I don't know what the limit is for me' - O'Connor
BBC - 27 Apr 2026 18:47
Ireland's Kate O'Connor says she has "not reached my potential in any of the events" as she gears up for the outdoor season.
'It will remain in my mind forever': Sabastian Sawe on breaking two-hour marathon barrier - video
The Guardian - 27 Apr 2026 02:53
The Kenyan became the first man to break the two-hour barrier as he defended his London Marathon title by finishing in one hour, 59 minutes and 30 seconds. The feat was 'something not to be forgotten', he said.Sa...
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