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Jake Norris and Charlotte Payne were named NAL Field Athletes of the Year for 2026. Norris, a hammer thrower, achieved 76.29m, while Payne threw 71.82m. Both athletes received the David Jeacock Memorial Bursary.
Norris and Payne's wins were based on World Athletics' points. Payne's throw set a new league record. Payne also went unbeaten in 15 hammer competitions. Norris remained unbeaten in 11 NAL hammer competitions. Read more racing coverage.
Thames Valley Harriers won the Premiership Champions Trophy. City of Sheffield and Dearne AC claimed the Championship. Payne and Norris received additional cash prizes for their achievements. Related: Ingebrigtsen Brothers Launch Runfest Norway with Home Wins.
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Jake Norris and Charlotte Payne retained their titles for the second consecutive year. Jake Norris and Charlotte Payne were named NAL Field Athletes of the Year for 2026. Norris, a hammer thrower, achieved 76.29m, while Payne threw 71.82m. Both athletes received the David Jeacock Memorial Bursary.
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Runner World published this brief on October 4, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated October 2, 2026.
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