- Josh Kerr, the reigning 1500m world champion, sustained a painful leg injury 600m from the finish line in the final at the World Athletics Championships.
- Despite the injury, which reportedly affected his right calf, the 27-year-old Scot limped to the finish line, coming in last place.
- Kerr's hopes of defending his title were ended, with Portugal's Isaac Nader winning gold, narrowly beating fellow Scot and 2022 world champion Jake Wightman.
- Jake Wightman secured a silver medal, marking a strong return from injury.
- Kerr's determination to complete the race was highlighted by reports that he was in too much pain to climb stairs for interviews afterwards.
IN FULL