News Archive
18-year old Kejelcha to Defend Pre Classic 5K Title
Ethiopian Yomif Kejelcha will return to the Prefontaine Classic as the youngest winner by far of the men’s 5000 meters, the favorite racing distance of Steve Prefontaine. And like Pre, Kejelcha is aiming for Olympic gold.
Simpson, Rowbury Begin a New Chapter in Pre Classic Women’s 1500
Jenny Simpson and Shannon Rowbury have one of America’s most intense rivalries and their recordbook writing will take on an Olympic theme in the women’s 1500 meters at the Prefontaine Classic.
Gold Medalists Lead Hammer's Return to Pre Classic
The men’s hammer throw returns to the Prefontaine Classic after a hiatus of 11 years in what will be the event’s best collection of talent on U.S. soil since the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta.
Christian Taylor Leads a Florida Foursome in Pre Classic Triple Jump
American record holder Christian Taylor’s road to a second Olympic gold medal in the triple jump faces a major test at the Prefontaine Classic, which features a unique clash of five gold medalists and a reunion with three college alumni.
Vashti Cunningham Brings a New Age to High Jumping at Pre Classic
Vashti Cunningham has the world eager to see more of the youngest woman to ever win a gold medal at the World Indoor Championships. The Prefontaine Classic is set to be her outdoor pro debut as she continues on the road to the Rio Olympics.
The Shot's Heavy Hitters to Meet at Pre Classic
The planet’s two best men’s shot putters are ready for a new duel at the Prefontaine Classic. For the first time, both are equipped with gold medals.
Gold Medalists Lining Up for Women’s Long Jump at Pre Classic
Every major international championship gold medalist since 2009 is confirmed for the Prefontaine Classic’s women’s long jump, and the field includes three silver medalists looking to move up to the gold-medal club at the Rio Olympics.
Yego Tops Javelin Excitement for Pre Classic
World champion Julius Yego makes his U.S. debut at the Prefontaine Classic in the meet’s strongest-ever men’s javelin field.
Air Lavillenie Cleared for Pre Classic Takeoff
World record holder Renaud Lavillenie leads a star-studded pole vault field at the Prefontaine Classic, where all eight of the world’s best are lining up on the road to the Rio Olympics.
Triple Pleasure in Pre Classic Women’s Triple Jump
They were 1-2-3 on the podium at the 2013 World Championships. They were 1-2-3 in the Track & Field News world rankings in 2014. And 1-2-3 are ready to take off in the Prefontaine Classic this Saturday.