Australia Wins Four Medals at 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships

Australia's participation in the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo was marked by significant achievements and promising prospects for the future. The Australian team, the largest ever sent to a world championships, secured four medals, including a gold for Nicola Olyslagers in the women's high jump, and bronze medals for Mackenzie Little (javelin), Jessica Hull (1500m), and Kurtis Marschall (pole vault). Established stars like Olyslagers, Eleanor Patterson, Jessica Hull, and Matt Denny led the charge on the final day, with Olyslagers entering as the favorite in the high jump after a stellar season and Patterson aiming to add to her collection of global medals. Australia's young athletes also showed promise, with several making it to semi-finals, underscoring a strong pipeline for the future Olympic cycle. The men's 4x100m relay team qualified for the finals, further highlighting Australia's depth and potential in athletics. Overall, the championships served as a valuable experience and foundation for Australia's road to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.