Keely Hodgkinson celebrates with her crown after winning the 800m at Athlos. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Keely Hodgkinson claimed victory in the Athlos 800m, wearing a custom-made speed suit. The win was significant for her, ending a challenging year on a high note. The all-black outfit featured an open back, a hood, and color-changing nodes to reduce drag.
Hodgkinson's victory was celebrated with a Tiffany & Co crown, a unique feature of Athlos. The event, founded by Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, offered a $65,000 prize for each event. The meet included seven disciplines with a total prize pot of $1.05 million. Read more racing coverage.
Despite setbacks earlier in the year, Hodgkinson's win was a highlight. The event's focus on female athletes and its blend of sport and fashion drew praise from participants and spectators alike. Related: Hodgkinson wins Athlos 800m in new Nike suit.
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Keely Hodgkinson dominated the Athlos 800m in a custom speed suit, marking a triumphant end to her season. Keely Hodgkinson claimed victory in the Athlos 800m, wearing a custom-made speed suit. The win was significant for her, ending a challenging year on a high note. The all-black outfit featured an open back, a hood, and color-changing nodes to reduce drag.
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Runner World published this brief on September 18, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated September 18, 2026.
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