Keely Hodgkinson Wins Olympic Gold and BBC Sports Personality of the Year
The 22-year-old middle-distance runner capped a stellar year with her first global title and recognition as Britain’s top athlete.
- Keely Hodgkinson secured gold in the 800m at the Paris Olympics, her first major global championship victory after three consecutive silver medals.
- Hodgkinson's preparation for the Olympics included overcoming a knee injury that sidelined her during the indoor season, allowing for focused strength and speed training.
- Her dominant performance in Paris showcased her versatility, winning a tactical final with a powerful finishing kick against world-class competitors.
- Hodgkinson's achievements this year also included breaking her own British record with a time of 1:54.61 and winning two Diamond League titles.
- She was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, becoming the 10th British woman to win Olympic athletics gold and solidifying her status as a leading figure in British track and field.
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