Tag: Rhasidat Adeleke
Rhasidat Adeleke and Kate O’Connor eye on Los Angeles 2028 after lessons learned in Paris
Irish track and field athletes Rhasidat Adeleke and Kate O’Connor visited the legendary Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, a venue deeply connected to their country’s glorious sporting history. The pair hope to add to the list of achievements when they return to the arena in less than two years for the 2028 Olympics. Their visit
Rhasidat Adeleke talks on battling injuries, Irish pride and lessons learned on the track
After setting a national record in the 300m in February, Rhasidat Adeleke looked set for a phenomenal 2026 racing season. However, an injury early in her outdoor career threatened to derail all her ambitions. Despite the challenges, the Irish sprinter overcame the physical obstacles and ended the year with remarkable success. Rhasidat Adeleke’s assessment is
Rhasidat Adeleke won the women’s 200m, while Benjamin Richardson triumphed in men’s 100m and 200m at the Irish Championships
The European U18 and U20 champion Rhasidat Adeleke won the women’s 200m national title at the Irish Athletics Championships in Dublin. The Irish sprinter, who is also the national record holder in the event, triumphed with 22.80 sec. The silver in women’s 200m went to Lauren Roy, who clocked 23.49 sec, while the bronze was