#Athletics

Faith Kipyegon Claims Historic Fourth 1500m World Title in Tokyo Showdown

Kenyan running legend Faith Kipyegon secures her fourth world championship gold in the 1500m, matching Hicham El Guerrouj's record while extending her unbeaten streak.

Gene Testing Now Mandatory for Women's Athletics

World Athletics has implemented mandatory gene testing for all female competitors in key track events, requiring a check for the SRY gene to determine eligibility based on biological sex.

World Athletics Mandates Genetic Screening for Female Category Competitors**

Starting September 1st, athletes intending to compete in the female category for world ranking events will be required to undergo a one-time genetic test, as announced by World Athletics. **

Tororo Set to Host 2025 USSSA Ball Games 2 with 20 Sporting Disciplines

Tororo district will host the 2025 Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) Ball Games 2, featuring 20 sports, including rugby, basketball, football, and more, from July 10-19.

Kenyan Star Faith Kipyegon Falls Short in Pursuit of Sub-Four-Minute Mile Record

Kenyan runner Faith Kipyegon's attempt to break the four-minute mile barrier fell short in a Nike-sponsored event in Paris.

Teen Sensation Gout Gout Shatters Australian 200m Record at Golden Spike

17-year-old Gout Gout made headlines by breaking the Australian 200m record on his senior international debut at the Golden Spike meet in Ostrava.