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Femke Bol Sets New 400m Indoor World Record at World Athletics Championships

Dutch athlete Femke Bol breaks her own record with a 49.17-second finish in Glasgow, marking her as a top contender for the Paris Olympics.

  • Femke Bol of the Netherlands breaks her own 400m indoor world record with a time of 49.17 seconds at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow.
  • Bol's victory follows her gold in the 400m hurdles and 4x400m relay at last year's outdoor world championships, solidifying her status as a leading athlete.
  • Josh Kerr and Molly Caudery win gold for Great Britain, with Kerr taking the 3000m and Caudery the pole vault, sparking celebrations among the home crowd.
  • Alexander Doom of Belgium secures a surprise victory in the men's 400m, overtaking favorite Karsten Warholm in the final moments.
  • The championships see a mix of record-breaking performances and unexpected outcomes, highlighting the competitive spirit and talent of the athletes involved.
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