Femke Broeders-Bol returns to the Ostrava Golden Spike

Femke Broeders-Bol returns to the Ostrava Golden Spike

Prague, May 19, 2026 – The 65th anniversary edition of Golden Spike Ostrava, scheduled for June 16, 2026, will feature an exceptionally strong program. Dutch track queen Femke Broders-Boal returns to Ostrava, while fans can also look forward to multiple world record attempts. One of the most anticipated clashes of the season will take place in the 150m, where Noah Lyles and Gaut Gut will go head-to-head on the Witkowitz track in pursuit of the all-time best. Over 1000m, Josh Hoy and Mohamed Ataoui will set the world record. The main program starts at 17:30.

The appearance of the obstacle course superstar and multiple world champion Femke Broders-Boll is a key point of interest. Since her last visit to Ostrava, where she finished third in the flat 400m in 49.98, she has undergone significant changes. After winning his second straight world steeplechase title in Tokyo, he decided to step up to the 800m. Ostrava will mark its first major outdoor 800m race. She made her Metz debut by winning the silver level meet in 1:59.07.

Ball also married her this year longtime partner, Belgian pole vault record holder Ben brotherswho will also compete in Ostrava. The main favorite in the pole vault will be the popular Greek star Emmanuel Caralisaiming to capitalize on the absence of his friend Armand Duplantis and attack the meet record of 6.13m. The event will once again take place under the main stand, this time in a dynamic mixed format alternating between men and women. Six men and six women will compete in separate competitions. Among the Czech hopes Amali Shvabikova and David Hall. Olympic champion and three-time world champion in women’s wrestling Kathy Moon and a veteran of Slovenia Tina Shutey will be the main contenders.

In the men’s 100m, organizers traditionally target the under-10s. The leader of the field is the world champion of indoor sports Jordan Anthony from the USA, who clocked 9.91 in Florida in April and recently won the 200m at the Tokyo gold meet. His main competitor will be his fellow American Ronnie BakerExperienced Olympic finalist with a personal best of 9.93, who last year broke 10 seconds on Slovakian soil (9.94).

Jordan Anthony:”I am excited to be invited to Ostrava and bring my talent out there. I’ve heard good things about it and I can’t wait to get out there and show what I can do. Come on out, show me some love and I’ll be sure to put on a good show for all the Ostrava people out there.”

The highlight of the meeting will be the sprint duel Noah Lyles and: Gout gout more than 150 m. It will be their first head-to-head fight, with both targeting Jamaican Thompson’s 14.92. Lyles confirmed his excellent form with a 9.95 100m victory in Tokyo, while Gout Gout is widely regarded as the most exciting sprint talent in recent years, with the potential to achieve Usain Bolt-like performances. His current form will be on display at the Diamond League in Oslo, where he is scheduled to run the 200m.

Another exciting clash will be in the 1000m, where the world indoor 800m champion Josh Hoy accepts Spain Mohamed Ataouiboth in top form and on target for the world record.

Obstacle events will also feature updated, star-studded courses. The new indoor world champions came out of Torun. In the women’s 100m hurdles, Devin Charlton (BAH) arrived after lowering his national record to 12.38 in China. He will face the Dutch record holder Nadine Visser (12.28 PB) and Poland Pia Skrzyszowska (12.37). The 12.42 meeting record of 2023 is under serious threat. Men’s 110m Hurdles, Poland Jakub Szymanski— co-owner of the national record (13.25) — will be aiming for another top performance after beating the top Americans indoors. Joining him is the reigning European champion Lorenzo Simonelli of Italy (NR 13.05). The Czech Republic’s leading hurdlers will also be on the starting line.

High jump (Stand C), side Jan Stefela and showman Gianmarco Tamberi, fans will see Eric Portillo of Mexico, silver medalist at the World Indoor Championships (PB 2.30m).

The spear will be displayed Anderson Peters against Jakub Wadlejchmeanwhile Adriana Vilagosh faces Nikola Ogrodnikovawho returns after maternity leave. in shooting Tom Walsh and: Leonardo Fabbri next will fight for the crystal cup Thomas Stanek. Czech stars will also stand out, including Karolina Manasova (100 m), Lourdes Gloria Manuel (400m), European under-20 indoor record holder Thomas Horak (400 m), Philip Sasinek and: Philip Toole (mile), and Michal Council and: Witt Muller (400 m hurdles).

Popular Chocolate spike the youth event will again be part of the program. In the international semi-finals (held yesterday), young athletes will have the opportunity to meet world stars, including: Noah Lyles. The finalists will then compete on the main stage during the main event day.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, the organizers will present “Golden spike” Ostrava Hall of Fame. First time A Czech-Slovakia joint championship 10000m for men and women will also take place on the evening of Monday, June 15, with additional international competitors.

The 65th Golden Spike Ostrava promises an impressive show, bringing together world stars, national elites and rising talents. The main program will run on Tuesday 16 June 2026 from 17:30 to 20:00. Last year’s event was completely sold out, and organizers strongly recommend securing tickets in advance through the official website; www.zlatatretra.cz/vstupenky.

Complete schedule of the 65th Golden Spike Ostrava – Tuesday, 16 June 2026
(The program is subject to change)