Keely Hodgkinson Smashes British Record and Personal Best in Spectacular 800m Performance in Paris.

In Paris, Keely Hodgkinson achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new British record and surpassing her personal best in the 800 meters event. During the Diamond League meeting, Hodgkinson tactfully trailed the pacemaker until the opportune moment, launching her final sprint 300 meters from the finish line. Her exceptional performance led her to cross the line in just one minute and 55.77 seconds, shaving off 0.11 seconds from her previous best time recorded when she won the Olympic silver medal in Tokyo. Reflecting on her achievement, the 21-year-old expressed her pleasant surprise at her blazing speed and conveyed her intention to return to Paris next year. She also appreciated the favorable weather conditions and the enthusiastic crowd, emphasizing her joy and satisfaction with the event. Looking ahead, Hodgkinson's focus remains on maintaining her health while aiming to sustain her impressive form. Her sights are now set on the upcoming summer season, particularly the World Championships in Budapest. With such an outstanding performance early in the season. Hodgkinson eagerly anticipates what lies ahead and hopes to continue pushing her limits, aspiring to run even faster in the future.