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Keely Hodgkinson Advances to 800m Final Amid Rival's Fall

Keely Hodgkinson secures a place in the 800m final at the European Championships, following a dramatic fall by her rival Audrey Werro.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Keely Hodgkinson qualified for the women's 800m final at the European Championships after a dramatic turn of events in the semi-final. During the race, Audrey Werro, who has been the fastest woman in the world this year, fell and finished last. Her performance raised questions about her advancement in the competition.

However, following an appeal, it was decided that Werro would advance to the final, allowing her another opportunity to compete. This situation has drawn attention as both athletes prepare for the decisive race at the championships.

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