Shericka Pulls Out Mid-Race

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August 21, 2026 | Edition #678

Hey Athletic Fans,

This edition's lead story is a scary one as Olympic champion Shericka Jackson pulled up mid-race in the women's 200m at the 2026 Lausanne Diamond League. It marks a tough spell for the Jamaican, who has raced sparingly all season while working back from injury.

More on it below.



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Femke Broeders-Bol continues to turn heads and close the gap on Audrey Werro as she finishes only 0.08 seconds behind Werro in Lausanne, despite it being only her sixth-ever 800m race. Watch below 👇

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