Summary
Molly Caudery, a British pole vaulter, had to withdraw from the world championships in Tokyo due to an ankle injury sustained during her warm-up. The challenging weather conditions also caused British marathon runner Emile Cairess to exit his race before finishing. Meanwhile, Tanzanian runner Alphonce Simbu won the men's marathon in a close finish.
Key Facts
- Molly Caudery injured her ankle during the warm-up for the pole vault event in Tokyo.
- The injury occurred when Caudery rolled her ankle after planting her foot on a landing mat.
- Caudery had previously won the 2024 world indoor championship.
- Emile Cairess left the men's marathon due to high temperatures and humidity affecting his performance.
- The men's marathon was won by Alphonce Simbu of Tanzania in a photo finish.
- Simbu's win marked Tanzania's first global marathon title.
- The weather in Tokyo was around 30°C with high humidity, posing challenges for athletes.
