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Jefferson-Wooden, Sawe and Duplantis lead Athlete of the Year nominees
Original: Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, Sabastian Sawe and Mondo Duplantis headline 2026 World Athletics Athlete of the Year nominees
World Athletics has announced its 2026 Athlete of the Year nominees, with American sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, marathon runner Sabastian Sawe of Ethiopia, and Swedish pole vault star Mondo Duplantis among the headline names. The shortlist spans track, road and field events, and fans are now weighing in on who deserves the sport's top honour ahead of the final decision.
Why now: The nominee list for one of athletics' biggest annual awards has just been released, sparking debate over the favourites.
Melissa Jefferson-WoodenSabastian SaweMondo DuplantisWorld Athletics
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- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, Sabastian Sawe and Mondo Duplantis headline 2026 World Athletics Athlete of the Year nominees · Olympics
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