Summary
Keely Hodgkinson won her first world indoor title by taking gold in the 800m race in Poland, setting a championship record. She became the first British woman to win this title in the 800m, both indoors and outdoors. Her victory was part of a successful day for Great Britain in athletics.
Key Facts
- Keely Hodgkinson won the 800m gold at the world indoor championships in Poland.
- She set a championship record time of one minute 55.30 seconds.
- Hodgkinson is the first British woman to win the 800m world title indoors or outdoors.
- She plans to compete in the women's 4x400m relay as well.
- The Commonwealth Games and outdoor world championships are the only major titles she has yet to win in the 800m.
- Great Britain secured four gold medals in the event, including wins by Georgia Hunter Bell, Molly Caudery, and Josh Kerr.
- Josh Kerr won the 3,000m title on the day before Hodgkinson's win.
