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Audrey Werro won the Lausanne Diamond League 800m, setting a meet record of 1:55.33. Femke Broeders-Bol came close, breaking the Dutch record with 1:55.41. The two will face off again in Zurich with top competitors. Werro expressed satisfaction despite feeling tired after the European Championships.
Broeders-Bol reflected on her race, noting her improvement and confidence. She acknowledged a learning experience from letting someone pass her. The Zurich race promises another showdown with top 800m runners. Other events included strong performances in hurdles, steeplechase, and long jump. Read more racing coverage.
In the men's 800m, Emmanuel Wanyonyi won with 1:42.19. The women's 200m saw Shericka Jackson injured, with Kayla White winning. Masai Russell set a meet record in the women's 100m hurdles. Emma Zapletalová dominated the women's 400m hurdles, and Birhanu Balew won the men's 5000m. Related: Amy Hunt Secures Second Place in Lausanne Diamond League 200m.
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Audrey Werro narrowly beat Femke Broeders-Bol in a record-breaking race. Audrey Werro won the Lausanne Diamond League 800m, setting a meet record of 1:55.33. Femke Broeders-Bol came close, breaking the Dutch record with 1:55.41. The two will face off again in Zurich with top competitors. Werro expressed satisfaction despite feeling tired after the European Championships.
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Runner World published this brief on August 21, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated August 21, 2026.
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