Audrey Werro Dominates Ultimate 800m, Claims $150,000 Prize — image accompanying The Guardian Athletics's report. Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Audrey Werro, the 22-year-old Swiss runner, dominated the Ultimate 800m race, securing the gold and a $150,000 prize. Her strategy of leading early and controlling the race proved effective once again.
Despite a challenging season, Britain’s Keely Hodgkinson finished second, expressing pride in her performance. She had to adjust her training due to a hamstring injury, affecting her speed work. Read more racing coverage.
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Swiss runner Audrey Werro wins Ultimate 800m gold, leaving Keely Hodgkinson with silver. Audrey Werro, the 22-year-old Swiss runner, dominated the Ultimate 800m race, securing the gold and a $150,000 prize. Her strategy of leading early and controlling the race proved effective once again.
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Runner World published this brief on September 13, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated September 12, 2026.
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