Asher-Smith, Hughes Break Records at UK Athletics Championships

At the 2025 U.S. Junior National Championships in Irvine, California, Julie Mishler broke the meet record in the 50 free with a time of 25.00, surpassing a decade-old record. Teagan O’Dell secured her third gold of the week by winning the 200 IM with a strong lead, while Yi Zheng won the men's 200 IM in a close finish. In the UK Athletics Championships in Birmingham, Zharnel Hughes achieved a sprint double by winning both the 100m and 200m, setting a championship record of 19.90 seconds in the 200m. Dina Asher-Smith won the women's 200m in a photo finish, also setting a championship record of 22.14 seconds. At the National Prep Schools Athletics Championships, Bromsgrove School twins Hari and Jai Vijh made national headlines with Hari winning three gold medals, including two national records, and Jai breaking the national record in the 75m hurdles, both ranking among the top in the UK for their age groups. Additionally, the Vijh twins recently signed two-year contracts with Stoke City Football Club's Category One Academy, highlighting their versatile athletic talents.