Keely Hodgkinson

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Olympic Champion Keely Hodgkinson: From Gold Medals to Family Vacations!

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Keely Hodgkinson celebrates Olympic glory with a dash of fun, some family time, and a quest for record-breaking!

Keely Hodgkinson, the remarkable Team GB athlete, has given us all something to celebrate as she clinched the gold medal in the women's 800m race at the Olympics. At just 22 years old, Hodgkinson has already made a name for herself in the world of athletics, showing not only incredible talent but also an approachable demeanor that resonates with fans around the globe. As she gears up to take on the formidable 41-year-old world record set by Jarmila Kratochvilova, Hodgkinson is also planning a well-deserved family holiday to soak up her recent victory. Who wouldn’t want to sip a cold drink on the beach after such an achievement?

The secret to Hodgkinson’s success is not just her physical prowess but the solid base of normality and fun she maintains in her life. In a world where the pressure to perform can be overwhelming, Keely embraces a lifestyle that revolves around joy and stability. This balance has translated into stellar performances on the track, including her gold medal-winning run at the Tokyo Olympics. Leading the race with confidence, she clocked a time of 58.30 seconds at the halfway mark, showcasing her tactical thinking under pressure.

After her spectacular win, Hodgkinson truly knew how to celebrate! Just hours after her golden moment, she found herself partying the night away in a Parisian bar, accompanied by family and friends until the early hours of the morning. It appears that not even the thrill of victory could keep her from indulging in a little fun, which goes to show that she's grounded and knows how to enjoy life. Her fantastic post-race party at a spot in the notorious Pigalle district has only added to her charisma and charm as a rising star in athletics.

As she continues on her journey, Hodgkinson is not only targeting new personal records but also solidifying her place among the greats in sports. Did you know that the current world record for the women's 800m has stood since 1983? Keely is about to change the game. And here's an interesting fact: Hodgkinson is among a select few athletes who balance elite performance with a down-to-earth lifestyle, proving that gold medals and good times can indeed go hand in hand!

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Keely Hodgkinson plans holiday before targeting 41-year-old 800m ... (The Guardian)

Keely Hodgkinson will celebrate her Olympic 800m gold medal with a family holiday before targeting Jarmila Kratochvilova's 41-year-old world record.

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Keely Hodgkinson's keys to 800m gold: A solid base of normality ... (Olympics)

Team GB's new Olympic champion is achieving greatness from a solid base of normality and fun.

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Team GB Keely Hodgkinson wins gold in 800m Olympic race (CBBC Newsround)

Team GB athlete Keely Hodgkinson took home an amazing gold medal in the women's 800m race at the Olympics - find out more about her here!

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Keely Hodgkinson, Olympic Champion (Fast Running)

A fast opening 200m from Tsigie Duguma, but there was no panic. Keely took the lead and took control of the pace. 58.30 at halfway, slower than the semi-finals.

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Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson tells of 'special' victory after ... (Sky News)

The 22-year-old stormed to victory in the women's 800m final and tells Sky News she's kicked off a "golden moment" for Team GB in athletics at Paris 2024.

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Keely Hodgkinson opens up on late-night party after Olympic gold: 'I ... (The Independent)

Hodgkinson partied with family and friends at a Parisian bar until 2am after clinching Olympic 800m gold for Britain.

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Team GB's golden girl Keely Hodgkinson 'knackered' after ... (Daily Mail)

The 800m Olympic champion took a taxi straight from the Stade de France race-track to a bar in the city's notorious Pigale district last night to toast her epic ...

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Family time is the richest reward for Keely Hodgkinson (Athletics Weekly)

She will look into buying a Porsche, “Though I don't know if my insurance will let me,” laughs Keely Hodgkinson. The newly crowned 800m Olympic champion also ...

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Watch Ella Toone reacts as school friend Keely Hodgkinson wins (BBC News)

The lioness celebrates after watching her school friend win gold in the Olympic 800m final on Monday.

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Keely Hodgkinson is your new Olympic 800m champion (Runner's World (UK))

The middle-distance phenomenon shot to assured victory in the Stade de France last night – giving Team GB its first athletics gold medal in eight years.

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Keely Hodgkinson 'class of her own' says 1964 Olympic gold medallist (BBC News)

Anne Packer won the 800m final in 1964, but almost skipped the race to go shopping.

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