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Laura Muir announces new coaching team with Cram and Weightman, while Grime sets a UK U17 record.

Laura Muir, the Olympic 1500m silver and world bronze medallist, has made a significant announcement regarding her coaching team. She will now be guided by the renowned Steve Cram and fellow athlete Laura Weightman, whom she described as "two truly inspiring people" on her Instagram. This partnership is expected to elevate Muir`s performance as she prepares for upcoming competitions.

In other exciting developments within the athletics community, Evan Grime has set a new UK U17 indoor 1500m record, clocking an impressive time of 3:49.47 at the BMC Sheffield Grand Prix. This achievement highlights the emerging talent in British athletics and sets a high standard for young athletes.

The Keely Klassic, a new event scheduled for February 15 in Birmingham, is generating buzz as it attracts several high-profile athletes, including Georgia Bell, Molly Caudery, and Jake Wightman. Caudery, a talented pole vaulter, believes that this event could significantly boost interest in athletics, especially with the UK Indoor Championships on the horizon.

In a surprising turn of events, British 400m runner Ben Higgins has announced his retirement from athletics due to a heart issue, following medical advice from doctors. This news has sent shockwaves through the athletics community, as Higgins was considered a promising talent.

Meanwhile, multiple Olympic track champion Joshua Cheptegei is gearing up for the 2025 Tokyo Marathon, marking only his second race over the 26.2-mile distance. His participation is highly anticipated, as fans and analysts alike are eager to see how he performs in this challenging event.

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