Fred Kerley, Athing Mu
Kerley, Mu Win Rome Wanda Diamond League Titles
Jun 09, 2022 | Track and Field
ROME – Texas A&M track & field Olympians Fred Kerley and Athing Mu claimed victories at the Golden Gala Pietro Mennea at Stadio Olimpico.
Mu, a two-time Tokyo Olympic gold medalist, won the 800m with a world-leading time of 1:57.01. It makes the second world-leading time for Mu as she won the Penn Relays 600m at 1:22.74 in late April. The 20-year-old moved to a perfect 9-0 in the 800m since turning professional with Nike, which includes wins at the U.S. Olympic Trials, Tokyo Olympics and two Diamond League appearances.
"I am super excited about this result," Mu said. "I just wanted to come out here and see where I was at. I know what my level was a couple of weeks ago, so I took this race as a rest one. The atmosphere here in the stadium is insane - it is very loud. Watching Gianmarco Tamberi come out, the crowd was very loud, and I could hear it as I was warming up. This summer, it is going to be amazing with the World Championships back home - first time in the US - so, I am really excited about it."
Kerley, the Tokyo Olympic 100m silver medalist, won the 100m equaling his season-best time at 9.92 (-0.2w), .22 seconds-faster than the second place finisher. Representing Nike, Kerley has won five-of-eight races entered this outdoor season including wins at the 100m, 200m and 400m distances. The 27-year-old currently ranks No. 2 in the world in the 200m at 19.80 (1.6w) and No. 5 in the 100m at 9.92 (-0.2w). In his only 400m race, Kerley clocked 44.47, which is No. 9 on the world list this season.
"I ran a season best, I can't complain," Kerley stated. "This was a good race. I did not have to push a lot against my competitors. I did not have to give 100%. I enjoyed the race and the crowd. I will go home for the national trials, and I expect a new personal best there."
About Wanda Diamond League
The Wanda Diamond League encompasses 32 Diamond Disciplines, following a championship style model. Athletes earn points at the 13 series meetings to qualify for the final of their discipline. Points are awarded as 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 or 1 for finishes first to eighth, respectively. The top six in the field events, top eight for 100m-800m and the top 10 for 1500m and long distances qualify for the final. Rome is the fifth meeting in the Diamond League circuit.
For the most up-to-date information on Texas A&M Track & Field/Cross Country, follow the team on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@aggietfxc).
Mu, a two-time Tokyo Olympic gold medalist, won the 800m with a world-leading time of 1:57.01. It makes the second world-leading time for Mu as she won the Penn Relays 600m at 1:22.74 in late April. The 20-year-old moved to a perfect 9-0 in the 800m since turning professional with Nike, which includes wins at the U.S. Olympic Trials, Tokyo Olympics and two Diamond League appearances.
"I am super excited about this result," Mu said. "I just wanted to come out here and see where I was at. I know what my level was a couple of weeks ago, so I took this race as a rest one. The atmosphere here in the stadium is insane - it is very loud. Watching Gianmarco Tamberi come out, the crowd was very loud, and I could hear it as I was warming up. This summer, it is going to be amazing with the World Championships back home - first time in the US - so, I am really excited about it."
She's back on your timeline ??
— Texas A&M Track & Field/Cross Country (@aggietfxc) June 9, 2022
World-leading time of 1:57.01.@athiiing | #AggiePro
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Kerley, the Tokyo Olympic 100m silver medalist, won the 100m equaling his season-best time at 9.92 (-0.2w), .22 seconds-faster than the second place finisher. Representing Nike, Kerley has won five-of-eight races entered this outdoor season including wins at the 100m, 200m and 400m distances. The 27-year-old currently ranks No. 2 in the world in the 200m at 19.80 (1.6w) and No. 5 in the 100m at 9.92 (-0.2w). In his only 400m race, Kerley clocked 44.47, which is No. 9 on the world list this season.
"I ran a season best, I can't complain," Kerley stated. "This was a good race. I did not have to push a lot against my competitors. I did not have to give 100%. I enjoyed the race and the crowd. I will go home for the national trials, and I expect a new personal best there."
Destroyed the field ?????
— Texas A&M Track & Field/Cross Country (@aggietfxc) June 9, 2022
? 9.92@fkerley99 | #AggiePro
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About Wanda Diamond League
The Wanda Diamond League encompasses 32 Diamond Disciplines, following a championship style model. Athletes earn points at the 13 series meetings to qualify for the final of their discipline. Points are awarded as 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 or 1 for finishes first to eighth, respectively. The top six in the field events, top eight for 100m-800m and the top 10 for 1500m and long distances qualify for the final. Rome is the fifth meeting in the Diamond League circuit.
For the most up-to-date information on Texas A&M Track & Field/Cross Country, follow the team on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@aggietfxc).
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