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BBC News
01-08-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Coe's record under threat as Burgin builds momentum
UK Athletics ChampionshipsVenue: Alexander Stadium, Birmingham Dates: 2-3 AugustCoverage: BBC iPlayer, Red Button, BBC Sport website & app. View coverage details Whatever happens next, Max Burgin will make sure he experiences Tokyo this record-breaking 23-year-old has already booked an end-of-season holiday to explore Japan, a country he has always wanted to though, he will do so with a World Championship medal in his his issues over recent years, Burgin is not taking anything for granted before this weekend's crucial UK Athletics Championships in not to jinx his momentum, he is only willing to admit this is "definitely the best first half of a season I've had in a long time", speaking to BBC signs are indeed extremely promising. Only four men worldwide have run faster than Burgin this year, after he lowered his personal best to one minute 42.36 seconds when following the reigning Olympic and world champions over the line at the London Diamond time is within 1.5 seconds of David Rudisha's 2012 world record, and made him the third-fastest British man in was the latest indication the Halifax athlete is beginning to uncover his true potential, having smashed world, European and British records as a junior."I've had a lot of hurdles and haven't necessarily progressed in the same way people had hoped for me back then, but I'd like to think I'm over a lot of the challenges of the past five or six years," says Burgin."Finally, I am getting back to the trajectory that I was showing when I was younger and breaking all these records." Comparisons were drawn to British middle-distance greats Sebastian Coe and Steve Cram as Burgin broke through - doing so at the same time as Olympic 800m champion Keely careers have taken rather different paths, with a combination of injuries and bad luck leading Burgin to fear his early promise was "slipping away"."There were a lot of parallels in our development," he adds. "Obviously her career has absolutely taken off and maybe mine has stalled a little bit."But, looking at what she's achieved and knowing that I have that same sort of ceiling, that definitely gives me confidence. Knowing that, one day, I'll be able to get up there."Burgin lost 12 months, and missed the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, with hamstring and groin injuries. A calf issue - later diagnosed as deep vein thrombosis - then denied 2022's fastest man the chance to compete for a world eventually debuted on the global stage in Budapest two years ago, despite struggling with a nerve issue affecting his Achilles, and last summer became the first British man to reach the Olympic 800m final since the 2012 Games in London. Burgin and his father Ian, also his coach, have grown accustomed to setting short-term considering his big ambition for this World Championship year amid a period of relative consistency, he says he will "definitely be gunning for a medal" should he make the final in itself is no easy feat, amid expectations the current generation will soon surpass Kenyan Rudisha's once seemingly untouchable time of 1: have that opportunity, Burgin must first finish in the top two in Sunday's final at the British trials, where world bronze medallist Ben Pattison, also 23 and the second-fastest Briton in history, is among the pair are also rapidly closing in on Lord Coe's 44-year national record of 1: having already removed more than a second from his personal best this year, that is a mark now firmly on Burgin's radar as he strives for the global medals his talent has long promised."It feels achievable at the moment, 0.6 seconds is a lot when you're getting down to these faster times, but it's not impossible," he admits."There are a few fast races to go this season and I'll definitely be wanting to have a go at that. "It's very likely that, if you want to challenge for a World Championship medal, you'll need to be running a British record with the way the times are going."
Indian Express
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
Indian national found with prohibited substance during doping raid in Kenya
An Indian national has been booked in Iten, a high-altitude town in Kenya known as the 'Home of Champions', for possessing prohibited performance-enhancing substances, the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) said in a statement. The person is being investigated for doping practices and also for links to performance-enhancing drug distribution networks. Among the prohibited substances recovered during a raid on May 5 were human growth hormones (HGH), meldonium, mannitol and also intravenous (IV) paraphernalia, including IV bags, syringes, and needles, both used and unused, according to the statement issued by ADAK's chief executive officer Peninah Wahome. A report was booked at the Iten Police Station and investigations are ongoing to establish the 'full scope of the activities, including potential networks and clients, the ADAK said. Distance athletes from around the world train at Iten, located at 2,400 metres above sea level. Saint Patrick's High School, which has produced star runners over three decades, including former 800 metres Olympic Champion David Rudisha, is also located in Iten. 'Iten town is recognized by athletes worldwide as a training hub for elite long-distance runners. The town hosts athletes from various countries. ADAK therefore is greatly concerned with the presence and circulation of prohibited substances within the town. Prohibited substances are not only illegal in sports but also a danger to athletes' health,' the ADAK said. The raid was conducted by the ADAK along with sleuths from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and followed actionable intelligence indicating possible involvement in activities related to the distribution and use of the prohibited performance-enhancing substances. 'The raid which was carried out at the suspects' premises, led to the discovery and seizure of a range of prohibited substances banned under the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code,' the ADAK statement said. Kenya is one of seven countries listed under Category A by World Athletics, indicating countries with the highest doping risk. Other countries in this category include Belarus, Ethiopia, Ukraine, Bahrain, Morocco, and Nigeria.
The Sun
27-04-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
How much do London Marathon pacemakers earn?
Pacemakers are used by all types of runners — from elite athletes chasing medals and records to amateurs aiming for personal bests Here we take a look at exactly what they do and how much they will earn for guiding participants through the London Marathon's 26.2-mile course on Sunday April 27, 2025. What is a pacemaker? A pacemaker, sometimes called a pacesetter or rabbit, is a runner assigned to lead a group of competitors at a steady, predetermined pace throughout the race. Their main role is to help other runners maintain a consistent speed and achieve specific finish times. Often pacemakers will form a cluster of people who want to finish the race in, say, three hours. The pacemaker will motivate the race runners to stick to the required speed to make their desired time. People often fail to anticipate how long they'll be running for and how much stamina is needed. Sticking to a pacer's speed helps eliminate the problem of accidentally overdoing it. Running 10 or more marathons each, they are generally very reliable aides. How much pacemakers earn The earnings of pacemakers vary significantly based on their role and level. Elite pacemakers hired to pace the front of the men's or women's field, especially for world record attempts, may receive professional-level compensation. Sammy Tangui, the pacemaker for Olympic 800-metre champion David Rudisha, told the Courier Mail he earned between $2,000 (£1,500) and $3,000 (£2,250) per race. How Kelvin Kiptum went from having to borrow shoes to London Marathon record But a not-so-elite pacemaker may not earn a penny, as long distance runner, writer and podcaster Tim Tegee explained on his blog. On whether he received financial compensation for setting pace at the 2024 Flensburg Marathon, Tim wrote: "You don't [get paid]. "But, in addition to free running clothes to keep, you don't pay for the race. On bigger races, that can be a very solid financial advantage! "My main question before being a pacer used to be if you would appear in the results list as a proper participant or if it wouldn't count and you'd be outside of competition. 2 "But I was happy to learn that you would, in fact, be counted as a standard participant. As far as I'm aware, that's the basic situation on most races. "Here in Flensburg, the pacers received an extra benefit of being allowed to have a shower after the race in the fancy gym next to the finishing area. "That was great, because the mobile showers at these races often just barely fulfil their purpose. Overcrowded, cold, dirty. For many, the role of pacemaker is seen as an honour and a way to give back to the running community rather than a paid job. Pacemakers at the London Marathon are not generally eligible for prize money or bonuses, which are reserved for competitors who complete the race and place in the standings. They are not considered competitors, as they are primarily focused on helping other athletes achieve specific pace goals. While they may receive a fee for their services, they are not in contention for the prizes allocated to the finishing order.
