Josh Kerr wins $150,000 at Ultimate Championship 1500m — image accompanying The Guardian Athletics's report. Photograph: Tibor Illyes/EPA; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Josh Kerr dominated the men's 1500m final at the Ultimate Championship, securing a $150,000 prize. Kerr overtook Nuguse with 250m left and held a three-metre lead to the finish.
Despite not feeling great in the warmup, Kerr managed to overcome his discomfort and win. He praised his rival Myers, who won the Diamond League final the previous week. Read more racing coverage.
Kerr's victory caps a remarkable season, including a world mile record and major championship wins. He plans to continue his success into 2027 and 2028. Related: Josh Kerr wins Ultimate 1500m title in Budapest.
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Josh Kerr secured a $150,000 prize for his victory in the men's 1500m at the Ultimate Championship. Josh Kerr dominated the men's 1500m final at the Ultimate Championship, securing a $150,000 prize. Kerr overtook Nuguse with 250m left and held a three-metre lead to the finish.
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Runner World published this brief on September 13, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated September 13, 2026.
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