World Athletics was trying to replace the narrower take-off board in long jump events with a larger take-off zone with an aim ...

World Athletics has ditched a reform to the long jump that would have replaced the traditional board behind which jumps must ...

World Athletics has abandoned an attempt to introduce takeoff zones in the long jump after the proposal was widely criticised by athletes.

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Greek long jumper Miltiadis Tentoglou was named the Best Balkan Athlete of the Year for 2024 on Friday. The 26-year-old Tentoglou, who won Olympic gold in Paris last year, is ...

DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — World Athletics’ experimental change to the long jump made its debut at the ISTAF indoor meet on Sunday when two-time world champion Malaika Mihambo won under the new rule.

Tara Davis-Woodhall competes in the long jump in Times Square Athlos It was on Broadway, the home of theatre in New York City, where a one-off long jump competition became more of a show than an ...

Athlos NYC 2025 is not just your typical track meet. It’s a dynamic, high-energy sports experience and platform showcasing some of the most spirited and talented athletes. The all-female event was ...

Battle Mountain track and field star Tyler Heimerl broke the long jump school record at the Broomfield Shootout on March 22. The senior leapt 17 feet, 6 3/4 inches on her third attempt to break ...

CLOVIS, Calif. (AP) — A transgender athlete bested the competition Saturday at the California high school track and field championship to take home her first gold in the girls high jump at a meet that ...