Budapest 2026 Women's Javelin Throw Final Preview
At the event in Budapest, young Chinese world leader Yan Ziyi and her internationally medaled rivals will compete for the podium in the women's javelin throw.
The women's javelin throw final, to be held in Budapest as part of the World Athletics Ultimate Championship, brings together the most in-form names of the season. Young Chinese athlete Yan Ziyi is shown among the favorites with her undefeated streak.
Final Date and Competitors
The women's javelin throw final competition will take place on Saturday, September 12 at 18:13.
The eight-person final lineup in Budapest features highly ambitious athletes.
Yan Ziyi's Record Season
Young Chinese athlete Yan Ziyi has drawn attention with her major breakthrough this season.
Capturing the world lead with a mark of 71.74 meters in Xiamen, the athlete made history.
Elite Rivals and Medaled Names
Olympic champion Haruka Kitaguchi and other medaled names will also be on the track.
Kitaguchi achieved her season's best mark at the competitions in Belgium.
International Achievements and Records
Flor Denis Ruiz Hurtado demonstrated her contention by breaking the South American record.
Adriana Vilagoš won by improving her season's best mark at the Mediterranean Games.