Get ready for high-flying action as 11 defending champions prepare to defend their titles at the World Athletics Indoor Championships, kicking off Friday in Nanjing, China! 🌍 The event promises heart-stopping moments, from pole vault prodigies to sprint showdowns. 🔥
⚡ Stars to Watch
Sweden's Armand Duplantis (men's pole vault), who shattered the world record 11(!) times, will aim to soar past his 6.05m 2023 win. Meanwhile, Britain's Molly Caudery (women's pole vault) seeks to inch closer to Yelena Isinbayeva’s legendary 5.06m record. 🚀
🏅 Field & Track Powerhouses
New Zealand’s Hamish Kerr (high jump), Dominica’s Thea Lafond (triple jump), and Team USA’s Grant Holloway (60m hurdles) are among the returning titans. Don’t sleep on 🇨🇳 home favorites: Olympic shot put champion Gong Lijiao and triple jump star Zhu Yaming will electrify the Nanjing crowd! 💥
🌐 Why It Matters
With record-breaking potential and athletes from over 130 countries and regions, this championships isn’t just about gold—it’s a celebration of global unity through sport. Set those reminders! ⏰
