Head and shoulders of Keely Hodgkinson, wearing a blue GB vest with thin white stripes, standing with her hands together in front of her chest. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Olympic gold medalist Keely Hodgkinson has an unusual hamstring structure, revealed by an MRI scan. The scan showed she has two tendons instead of one, a condition she is still learning to manage.
Hodgkinson's split hamstring allowed her to continue running despite a tear, but it also makes her more prone to breakdowns. She has had to adjust her training to avoid high-risk activities. Read more racing coverage.
Despite setbacks, Hodgkinson remains optimistic about her performance, finishing second in the world at the Ultimate Championship. She will conclude her season at the Athlos event in London. Related: Hunter Bell to Compete in Mile at Athlos London.
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Olympic champion discovers she has two hamstring tendons instead of one. Olympic gold medalist Keely Hodgkinson has an unusual hamstring structure, revealed by an MRI scan. The scan showed she has two tendons instead of one, a condition she is still learning to manage.
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Runner World published this brief on September 17, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated September 17, 2026.
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