Stars to Watch Ahead of the Budapest 26 World Athletics Ultimate Championship
Ahead of the three-day World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, key figures such as Noah Lyles, Julien Alfred, and Marileidy Paulino are evaluated.
Ahead of the three-day World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, the form and goals of the world's leading track and field stars have been examined.
Noah Lyles's Sprint Goals
Noah Lyles is aiming for the sprint double in the 100m and 200m in Budapest. Showing he is in top form in the short distances with a 9.79 clocking at the US championships, the four-time world champion is ready for action.
Julien Alfred's Season Performance
Olympic champion Julien Alfred won the 100m in 10.87 at the Continental Tour Gold meeting in Budapest and became the fastest woman of the year by running 200m in 21.51 in Monaco.
Marileidy Paulino's 400m Dominance
Rising from childhood poverty to the top, Marileidy Paulino clocked 48.48 at the Paris Diamond League to become the fastest name in the one-lap race this season, adding Olympic gold to her 2023 world title.
Emmanuel Wanyonyi's New Motivation
Gaining new motivation with the birth of his daughter Noellah, Emmanuel Wanyonyi broke the 1000m world record in Monaco in July while holding Olympic and world titles.
Josh Kerr's Balance of Records and Championships
Josh Kerr returns to Budapest after maintaining his championship form by winning gold at the Commonwealth Games shortly after breaking the mile world record at the London Diamond League.
Masai Russell's Hurdling Success
American hurdler Masai Russell, who broke the world record with a time of 12.09 at the Diamond League meeting in Zurich, is aiming for victory at the Ultimate Championship.