Ireland's athletics team for the 2025 World Championships showcases a blend of experience and talent.
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The Irish athletics team for the highly anticipated 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo has just been announced! Set to unfold from September 13 to September 21 at the iconic Japan National Stadium, this event promises to showcase a lineup packed with World and European medalists, alongside seasoned Olympians.
Exciting, right?
Meet the Stars of Team Ireland
Among the standout athletes representing Ireland are Sarah Healy, who will be racing in the Women’s 1500m, and Kate O’Connor, ready to shine in the Women’s Heptathlon. Mark English is gearing up for the Men’s 800m, while Sarah Lavin will take on the Women’s 100m hurdles.
The team also features Andrew Coscoran and Cathal Doyle in the 1500m, plus a strong relay squad that includes Sophie Becker and Sharlene Mawdsley.
At just 24 years old, Sarah Healy, who represents UCD AC, is preparing for her third World Championships.
Fresh off claiming the European indoor 3000m title, Healy is eager to make her mark in Tokyo. She’ll be joined in the 1500m by fellow Olympian Sophie O’Sullivan and Laura Nicholson. Can you feel the excitement building?
Mark English is also one to watch. Recently, he clocked an impressive personal best of 1:43.37 in Budapest, positioning himself as a major contender in the Men’s 800m alongside teammate Cian McPhillips. With form like that, who wouldn’t be eager to see him in action?
Field Events and Rising Stars
But it’s not just track events where Ireland shines; the field events are equally compelling. Kate O’Connor, a European and World Indoor medalist, is looking to build on her successful season in the Women’s Heptathlon, having achieved a personal best of 6487 points. She’s definitely aiming high!
Eric Favors, an Olympian, will be competing in the shot put, hoping to replicate his recent success after a stunning throw of 20.75m. Meanwhile, in the Women’s Hammer Throw, Nicola Tuthill will also be representing Ireland, having recently set an Irish U23 record with a throw of 71.75m. Talk about rapid improvement!
Relay Teams and More Competitors
The Irish relay teams, featuring a mix of seasoned athletes and promising newcomers, are ready to make waves in Tokyo. Sharlene Mawdsley, who triumphed in the European Mixed 4x400m relay, is set to compete in both the Mixed and Women’s 4x400m relays. Other notable athletes like Rachel McCann and Jack Raftery will bolster the strength of the relay line-up. Can they bring home some medals?
The championship will also see marathon runners Hiko Tonosa, Peter Lynch, and Fionnuala McCormack on the course, alongside race walkers David Kenny and Oisín Lane. Plus, Efrem Gidey, recognized as Europe’s fastest 10,000m runner this season, will represent Ireland in the men’s 10,000m event. What a lineup!
With the excitement ramping up for the championships, the Irish team is primed to deliver impressive performances that truly reflect the dedication and skill of each athlete. Who are you rooting for?
