🏃♀️ Big news in athletics! British star Keely Hodgkinson won’t be competing in this year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The Olympic silver medallist has decided to give this event a miss to focus on the upcoming European Championships in Birmingham.
In a candid interview, Keely shared how her jam-packed schedule forced her to make tough choices about which competitions to prioritise. “I love competing in front of a home crowd, but it’s such a busy year with the Europeans and Worlds,” she explained. “I just had to decide which one was best for me, but I’ll definitely be cheering everyone on!”
This announcement comes shortly after Keely’s emotional exit from the track during the British Athletics Championship in Birmingham. While fans were left concerned, it turns out she withdrew simply as a precaution after feeling a bit of discomfort. Keely had already set her sights on other events, ensuring she’s in top form for future challenges.
Meanwhile, her fellow athletes are gearing up to shine in Glasgow. Heptathlon queen Katarina Johnson-Thompson is aiming for a hat-trick of wins, and watch out for Georgia Hunter Bell taking on the 800m in her absence. Dina Asher-Smith will also be sprinting as part of the women’s 4x100m relay, aiming to keep that winning streak alive!
In other events, Jazmin Sawyers will be leaping into action for her fourth Commonwealth Games, while Scott Lincoln is looking to beat his 2022 bronze in shot put.
Here’s wishing Keely a speedy recovery and all the best to Team England at the Games! 🇬🇧✨ Keep shining! #Athletics #TeamEngland #CommonwealthGames2026