Quick Info
| Profession | Middle-distance runner |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 03/03/2002 |
| Age | 24 years |
| Birthplace | Wigan, Greater Manchester, England |
Latest News about Keely Hodgkinson
15/06/2026
Keely Hodgkinson became the World Athletics Indoor Champion in the 800m at the 2026 championships, adding another major title to her career. She also broke the world record for the 800m short track (indoor) during the event, cementing her status as the dominant female middle-distance runner in the world.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | 800m specialist and Olympic champion |
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| Notable Achievement | Won gold in the women's 800m at the 2024 Paris Olympics |
| Other Notable Achievement | Won the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships 800m title |
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Career
| Sport | Athletics |
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| Event | 800 metres |
| National Team | Great Britain & Northern Ireland |
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| Personal Best | 1:54.33 |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/keely.hodgkinson/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She is one of Britain's leading 800m runners. | |
| 2. She has won major international medals both indoors and outdoors. | |
| 3. She became Britain’s first Olympic gold medallist in athletics for eight years in 2024. | |
| 4. She joined Leigh Harriers at the age of nine. | |
| 5. She was awarded the MBE by the UK government in 2025 for services to sport. | |
| 6. She is known for her 'free spirit' personality combined with a 'cold-blooded killer' approach on the track. |