Switzerland’s Simon Ehammer has made history at the World Indoor Championships in Toruń, setting a new world record in the men’s heptathlon with a total of 6670 points.
Ehammer surpassed the long-standing record set by Ashton Eaton in 2012, delivering an outstanding all-round performance across seven events.
His record-breaking run included 6.69 seconds in the 60m, an impressive 8.15 meters in the long jump, and 14.87 meters in the shot put. He continued his consistency with 2.02 meters in the high jump and 7.52 seconds in the 60m hurdles.
In the final two events, Ehammer cleared 5.30 meters in the pole vault and clocked 2 minutes 41.04 seconds in the 1000m to seal the historic mark.
The performance marks a new era in the heptathlon, with Ehammer establishing himself as the new benchmark in indoor combined events.
Armand Duplantis continues his dominance in pole vault, setting a championship record of 6.25 meters to claim his fourth World Indoor title.
The Swedish star delivered another historic performance, reinforcing his position as the undisputed leader in the event.
Duplantis has now won four consecutive World Indoor Championships titles, having previously secured gold in 2022, 2024, 2025, and now 2026.
His latest achievement adds to an already remarkable career, as he consistently pushes the limits of pole vaulting on the global stage.
With record-breaking performances and unmatched consistency, Duplantis remains the benchmark in the sport.
The veterinary inspectors moved through the holding pens at the 2026 Camel Beauty Show Festival in Al Musanaa, Oman.
What they found, spread across twenty animals entered in one of Oman’s premier camel pageants, was a catalogue of interventions that read like a consultation at a Beverly Hills cosmetic clinic.
Hyaluronic acid had been injected into the lips for maximum pendulous effect. Silicone wax had been packed into the humps to give them a volume and symmetry that nature had declined to provide. Botox had been administered to the face to relax the muscles into an expression of permanent, serene superiority. Hormonal compounds had been deployed to sculpt musculature. All twenty camels were disqualified. Their owners faced heavy fines and multi-year bans from future competitions.
The Oman Camel Racing Federation, acting under the auspices of the broader Camel Club, responded that “we are keen to halt all acts of tampering and deception in the beautification of camels.” Similar statements have been issued for the better part of a decade and have have limited impact.
So what exactly is a camel beauty contest?
To outside observers, camel pageantry can seem like an elaborate joke. It is not. In the Gulf states, camels represent cultural heritage, social prestige, and serious money. A prize-winning camel is a statement of lineage and potential wealth. The modern competition economy has taken that tradition and turbocharged it…
Jordan Anthony has etched his name into the record books by becoming the fourth youngest athlete to win the men’s 60m title at the World Indoor Championships.
The young American sprinter joins an exclusive list of early champions in the event’s history. Interestingly, the three athletes younger than Anthony to win the title were also from the United States.
Trayvon Bromell achieved the feat in 2016, followed by Justin Gatlin in 2003, and Lee McRae back in 1987.
Anthony’s victory highlights the continued tradition of American excellence in short sprint events and signals the arrival of another major talent on the global stage.
His achievement adds to the legacy of young champions who have gone on to shape the future of sprinting.
Trayvon Bromell delivered a stunning performance in the men’s 60m semifinal at the World Indoor Championships, clocking 6.42 seconds to set the fastest time in the world this season.
The American sprinter matched his personal best with a dominant run, showcasing his top form ahead of the final.
Bromell finished comfortably ahead of Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson, who recorded 6.47 seconds, while Eloy Benitez secured third place in 6.57 seconds.
The performance underlines Bromell’s strong return to elite sprinting and positions him as a leading contender for the gold medal.
With momentum on his side, all eyes will be on Bromell as he heads into the final.
India’s Sneha Kolleri, who represented the country at last year’s World Relays, has been banned for three years by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after testing positive for Stanozolol.
She received a one-year reduction in sanction after signing an Admission of ADRV and Acceptance of Consequences form on March 3, 2026.
All her results from April 30, 2025, onwards have been disqualified.
What makes the case more intriguing is that she was tested twice by NADA at Trivandrum and Chandigarh before the World Relays, with both samples returning negative.
However, when the AIU re-tested her Chandigarh sample in Paris, it returned a positive result.
Yaroslava Mahuchikh has once again proven her dominance in women’s high jump, winning the World Indoor Championships title with a clearance of 2.01 meters.
The Ukrainian star secured her second indoor world gold medal with a confident performance. After clinching the title, she attempted 2.06 meters in pursuit of a championship record, but was unable to clear the height.
At just 24 years old, Mahuchikh has already built one of the most impressive resumes in athletics. She is an Olympic gold and bronze medalist, a world champion, and the current world record holder with a mark of 2.10 meters.
Her achievements also include multiple medals at the World Championships and World Indoor Championships, along with several Diamond League titles and a gold medal at the World U-18 Championships.
Mahuchikh’s continued success further cements her status as one of the leading figures in global athletics and a dominant force in high jump.
India’s fastest man Animesh Kujur is set to begin his 2026 season at the National Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar, where he will compete in the men’s 60m event.
The national record holder in both the 100m and 200m returns after a remarkable season that established him as one of India’s leading sprinters.
Last year, Animesh clocked 10.18 seconds in the 100m and 20.32 seconds in the 200m, setting national records in both events. He also played a key role in India’s 4x100m relay team, which set a new national record of 38.69 seconds.
In addition, Animesh made history by becoming the first Indian male sprinter to compete at the World Athletics Championships.
His return to competition at the inaugural National Indoor Championships adds significant excitement, as he looks to carry forward his strong form into the new season.
Indian sprinter Gurindervir Singh is set to open his 2026 season at the upcoming National Indoor Athletics Championships.
The former national record holder in the men’s 100m enjoyed a breakthrough start to last season, clocking 10.20 seconds at the Indian Grand Prix 1 to break the previous national record of 10.23 seconds held by Manikanta Hoblidhar.
The record was later surpassed by Animesh Kujur, but Gurindervir’s performance marked a significant moment in Indian sprinting.
His most recent appearance came at the World University Games in Germany, and his return to competition is expected to draw attention.
The National Indoor Athletics Championships, being held for the first time, will take place in Bhubaneswar from March 24 to 25.
Gurindervir’s return adds excitement to the event as he looks to begin his season on a strong note.
Young Indian shot putter Omkar Nanda has revealed how American champion Reese Hoffa played a key role in transforming his mindset.
Speaking about his journey, Omkar shared that he once believed height was a decisive factor in shot put. However, that perception changed after learning about Hoffa’s achievements.
At 5 feet 10 inches, Hoffa went on to throw 22.43 meters and win a World Championships gold medal, proving that success in the event is not limited by height.
Inspired by this, Omkar began to focus more on technique and performance rather than physical attributes.
The mindset shift appears to be paying off. Just days ago, Omkar Nanda won the gold medal in the men’s U-20 shot put at the Indian Open Throws, registering a best throw of 17.85 meters.
Reese Hoffa, one of the most accomplished shot putters, has won medals at the Olympic Games, World Championships, and World Indoor Championships.
Omkar’s story highlights how inspiration from global champions can shape the next generation of athletes.
