Track Champ Falters, Tebogo Loses, and More

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June 1, 2026 | Edition #548

Hey Athletic Fans,

June is already here. It feels like the track calendar moved fast, and so did the Diamond League season. Three DL meets are already in the books and Rabat's been one of the most shocking ones yet. After all, an Olympic champion had a day to forget, Tebogo's losing streak continued, and several unexpected athletes stepped into the limelight. More on those updates below.





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If the Rabat DL had on one must-see moment, it was Kenny Bednarek’s win.

In his first 200m race of the season, the Olympic silver medalist announced he’s back with a 19.69s time. With that he just defeated reputed names like Letsile Tebogo, Andre De Grasse, and more!

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