August 6, 20241 yr Keely Hodgkinson says she has cemented herself in history after she joined the list of British golden girls by storming to Olympic 800 metres glory. The 22-year-old produced a dominant performance in Paris to end her wait for a first global title following silvers at the last Games and previous two World Championships. Hodgkinson is only the 10th British woman to win an athletics gold medal at the Olympics – and the first since Jessica Ennis-Hill in 2012. She is also just the third Brit to win the women’s 800m title, emulating Kelly Holmes in 2004 and Ann Packer in 1964. ‘It is crazy to be a part of that list,’ admitted Hodgkinson. ‘Jess was a big inspiration. She got me back into athletics all of those years ago. FULL STORY Don’t miss the latest headlines from Thailand and around the world. Get the Asean Now Briefing newsletter, delivered daily. Sign up here.
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