Australia Sets Three National Records at World Athletics Relays in Botswana
‘We’re hot’: three Australian records set on stunning day at World Athletics Relays
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At the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, the Australian team achieved remarkable success by equaling the national 4x100m record with a time of 37.87 seconds. Additionally, they set new national records in the men's 4x400m and mixed 4x400m relays, showcasing their strong potential for future competitions.
- 01The Australian men's 4x100m team equaled the national record with a time of 37.87 seconds.
- 02The men's 4x400m team set a new national record of 2 minutes 57.30 seconds.
- 03The mixed 4x400m relay team recorded a new Australian record of 3 minutes 12.20 seconds.
- 04Australia's performance guarantees a spot in the men's 4x100m at the 2024 World Championships in Beijing.
- 05The Australian women's 4x100m team was disqualified but will have another chance to qualify for the 2027 World Championships.
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During the first day of the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, the Australian athletics team delivered an impressive performance, setting three national records. The men's 4x100m relay team, featuring Lachlan Kennedy, Joshua Azzopardi, Christopher Ius, and Rohan Browning, equaled the national record with a time of 37.87 seconds, securing a place in the final. Kennedy expressed confidence in their ability to compete for medals. The men's 4x400m team, consisting of Luke van Ratingen, Reece Holder, Matthew Hunt, and Aidan Murphy, set a new national record of 2 minutes 57.30 seconds, breaking a record that had stood since the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. The mixed 4x400m team also set a new Australian record at 3 minutes 12.20 seconds. However, the women's 4x100m team, led by Torrie Lewis, faced disqualification due to an illegal change but will have another opportunity to qualify for the 2027 World Championships.
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These achievements highlight Australia's growing strength in athletics and boost the team's confidence heading into future competitions, including the World Championships.
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