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Keely Hodgkinson will compete in the 800m at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship, despite a recent hamstring scare. The Olympic champion will face Audrey Werro and Femke Broeders-Bol in Budapest. Hodgkinson missed recent races due to hamstring discomfort but is now confirmed fit.
The women's 800m final in Budapest offers a $150,000 prize, part of a $10 million pot. Werro leads the season, with Hodgkinson and Broeders-Bol close behind. Broeders-Bol is adapting to the 800m after switching from 400m hurdles. The event promises a competitive three-way battle. Read more racing coverage.
Josh Kerr returns to 1500m racing in Budapest, potentially facing Jakob Ingebrigtsen. Ingebrigtsen's participation is uncertain due to Achilles tendon surgery. Speculation suggests Ingebrigtsen may focus on the 5000m instead. Kerr arrives with a world indoor 3000m title and a mile world record. Related: Audrey Werro narrowly beats Femke Broeders-Bol in Diamond League 800m.
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Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson to face Werro and Broeders-Bol in 800m Keely Hodgkinson will compete in the 800m at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship, despite a recent hamstring scare. The Olympic champion will face Audrey Werro and Femke Broeders-Bol in Budapest. Hodgkinson missed recent races due to hamstring discomfort but is now confirmed fit.
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Runner World published this brief on September 7, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 7, 2026.
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