Overview

• Mihambo says she completed the mandatory SRY genetic test and received her result, but calls the late implementation suboptimal and suggests testing only podium or top finishers as a more efficient approach.
• World Athletics requires women entrants to present an SRY result indicating female to compete in Tokyo, a one-time rule that has raised logistical and ethical concerns for federations and athletes.
• The 31-year-old reports strong form during final preparations in Miyazaki and is preparing to compete at the championships starting September 13.
• Javelin thrower Julian Weber, the season world leader, missed a planned media session after arrival due to jetlag and minor issues, with the federation not expecting anything serious.
• Germany heads into Tokyo seeking progress after a medal-less 2023 Worlds and an improved four-podium showing at the Paris Olympics, with 49 titles to be decided from September 13–21.