Amy Hunt finishes third in Diamond League 200m final

Amy Hunt, a British sprinter, finished third in the Diamond League 200m final. Julien Alfred, the Olympic 100m champion, won the race. Hunt ran a season's best time of 22.16 seconds. She expressed optimism about her performance.

Hunt made a fast start and kept up with Alfred until the bend. Alfred then sped ahead, winning in 21.79 seconds. Hunt faded but remained positive about her race. She believes she is getting stronger. Read more racing coverage.

The Diamond League final also honored Ivo Van Damme, a Belgian athlete who died in a car accident. Several famous athletes, including Carl Lewis, were present. Other races included wins by Cameron Myers in the men's 1500m and Oblique Seville in the men's 100m. Related: Diamond League Final Day 2: Record-Chasers and Star Athletes.

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British sprinter Amy Hunt trails Julien Alfred in the Diamond League 200m final. Amy Hunt, a British sprinter, finished third in the Diamond League 200m final. Julien Alfred, the Olympic 100m champion, won the race. Hunt ran a season's best time of 22.16 seconds. She expressed optimism about her performance.

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Runner World published this brief on September 4, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated September 4, 2026.

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