Keely Hodgkinson aims for 800m world record after national best
BBC World
February 14, 2026
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Keely Hodgkinson made history at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships in Birmingham by breaking the British 800m record and setting her sights on an even more ambitious target: a world record. The 21-year-old athlete not only claimed victory but also showcased her potential to compete at the highest international level, inspiring fans and athletes alike. Her performance was a highlight of a day filled with impressive achievements across various events.
In other standout performances, Jeremiah Azu retained his men's 60m title with a season's best time of 6.56 seconds, solidifying his position as one of the top sprinters in the UK. Meanwhile, Molly Caudery reclaimed the women's pole vault crown by clearing 4.65 meters, demonstrating her consistent dominance in the event. Lucy Hadaway impressed in the women's long jump with a leap of 6.45 meters, while Tito Odunaike continued his success in the men's triple jump, achieving a distance of 15.45 meters.
The event also featured remarkable performances in the field and hurdles events. Abigail Pawlett secured victory in the women's 60m hurdles with a personal best time of 8.05 seconds, proving her rising talent on the track. Daniel Goriola took the men's race in a season-best 7.78 seconds, further highlighting the depth of competition across all events.
For fans of para-athletics, Madeline Down and Kevin Santos delivered thrilling performances. Madeline won the women's para 60m final with a time of 8.24 seconds, while Kevin claimed victory in the men's race with a impressive 6
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Originally published on BBC World on 2/14/2026