
Diamond League Rome featured marquee performances, new national records and world leaders and the return of major track and field superstars.
Noah Lyles won the men’s 100m in convincing fashion, running a 9.88 and surpassing his previous 9.95 mark in Tokyo.
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Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage opened today’s action with a dominant performance in men’s javelin. He was the only athlete in the event to surpass 90 meters, throwing a 92.62 and extending his world lead.
Standout performances from Trey Cunningham in the men’s 100m hurdles and Emma Zapletalová in the women’s 400m hurdles capped off an impressive day for many stars on the biggest stage of the early Diamond League season.
Here’s a recap of all the competitions from today’s showcase:
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Noah Lyles Wins Rome Diamond League 100m In Dominating Fashion
Noah Lyles delivered in the marquee event of the evening, winning the men's 100m with a 9.88. The Olympic champion secured a victory and defeated a field that included Jordan Anthony, Ferdinand Omanyala and Letsile Tebogo.
Emmanuel Eseme finished second in a national-record 9.94 for Cameroon, while Letsile Tebogo claimed third in a season-best 9.95. The race lived up to the billing with five athletes under 10 seconds.
Lyles entered Rome looking to continue building momentum toward the championship season and did exactly that.
ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED?! 🤯
— FloTrack (@FloTrack) June 4, 2026
Noah Lyles wins the #RomeDL 100m in 9.88 SB 🇺🇸 Emmanuel Eseme runs 9.94 NR for Cameroon in 2nd. Letsile Tebogo (9.95 SB) and Jordan Anthony (9.96) right behind. Marcell Jacobs runs 9.99 SB in front of his home crowd in 5th.#DiamondLeague and… pic.twitter.com/XVaWuxUaSB
Men's 100m Rome Diamond League Results
- Noah Lyles, United States: 9.88
- Emmanuel Eseme, Cameroon: 9.94
- Letsile Tebogo, Botswana: 9.95
- Jordan Anthony, United States: 9.96
- Lamont Marcell Jacobs, Italy: 9.99
- Akani Simbine, South Africa: 10.03
- Ackeem Blake, Jamaica: 10.06
- Ferdinand Omanyala, Kenya: 10.11
- Jeremiah Azu, Great Britain: 10.12
Noah Lyles And Marcell Jacobs Renew Olympic Rivalry In Rome
The men's 100m closes Diamond League Rome with one of the most anticipated races of the season. Olympic champion Noah Lyles faces Italy's Marcell Jacobs for the first time this year, while Ferdinand Omanyala, Akani Simbine and Letsile Tebogo add further star power.
With six athletes in the field owning personal bests under 9.90 seconds, the race has the possibility to be a classic.
Men's 100m Rome Diamond League Start List
- Emmanuel Eseme, Cameroon: 9.96
- Ackeem Blake, Jamaica: 9.88
- Letsile Tebogo, Botswana: 9.86
- Jordan Anthony, United States: 9.91
- Lamont Marcell Jacobs, Italy: 9.80
- Noah Lyles, United States: 9.79
- Akani Simbine, South Africa: 9.82
- Ferdinand Omanyala, Kenya: 9.77
- Jeremiah Azu, Great Britain: 9.97
Matteo Sioli Clears Season Best To Win Men’s High Jump In Rome
Matteo Sioli delivered a breakthrough performance, winning the men's high jump with a season-best clearance of 2.28 meters. He was the only athlete to clear 2.28 and successfully navigated a competition that saw several jumpers remain in contention through.
Erick Portillo finished second at 2.23, while Romaine Beckford claimed third on countback at the same height. Pre-meet favorite JuVaughn Harrison struggled throughout the competition and exited at 2.16.
Men's High Jump Rome Diamond League Results
- Matteo Sioli, Italy: 2.28
- Erick Portillo, Mexico: 2.23
- Romaine Beckford, Jamaica: 2.23
- Mateusz Kołodziejski, Poland: 2.20
- Tomohiro Shinno, Japan: 2.20
- Yual Reath, Australia: 2.20
- Raymond Richards, Jamaica: 2.20
- Jan Štefela, Czech Republic: 2.20
- JuVaughn Harrison, United States: 2.16
Georgia Hunter Bell Wins First Diamond League 1500m In 2026
Georgia Hunter Bell opened her Diamond League 1500m campaign with a victory, winning in a season-best 3:58.63 in Diamond League Rome.
Klaudia Kazimierska finished second in a season-best 3:59.24, just ahead of Nikki Hiltz, who crossed third in 3:59.26. The race produced four athletes under four minutes.
Hunter Bell entered Rome as one of the favorites after her world indoor title and delivered another statement performance.
Georgia Hunter Bell wins the #RomeDL 1500m in 3:58.63 SB to open her Diamond League season 🇬🇧
— FloTrack (@FloTrack) June 4, 2026
Klaudia Kazimierska (3:59.24 SB) and Nikki Hiltz (3:59.26 SB) right behind — all three separated by less than a second. Hiltz looked sharp in their first Diamond League 1500m of the… pic.twitter.com/Y5p81OixvQ
Women's 1500m Rome Diamond League Results
- Georgia Hunter Bell, Great Britain: 3:58.63
- Klaudia Kazimierska, Poland: 3:59.24
- Nikki Hiltz, United States: 3:59.26
- Agathe Guillemot, France: 4:00.46
- Patrícia Silva, Portugal: 4:00.86
- Ludovica Cavalli, Italy: 4:01.64
- Abbey Caldwell, Australia: 4:02.15
- Salomé Afonso, Portugal: 4:03.00
- Haregeweyni Kalayu, Ethiopia: 4:03.43
- Águeda Marqués, Spain: 4:03.62
- Jemma Reekie, Great Britain: 4:05.39
- Heather MacLean, United States: 4:06.74
- Gaia Sabbatini, Italy: 4:07.04
- Laura Muir, Great Britain: 4:10.54
- DNF: Weronika Lizakowska, Poland
Jorge A. Hodelín Surges Into Lead In Men's Long Jump
The men's long jump has taken a dramatic turn in Rome, with Jorge A. Hodelín moving to the top of the standings with a season-best 8.18 meters. He's produced the leading mark in the third round and now holds a narrow advantage over the field.
Just seven centimeters separate the top four athletes, with Sarâboyukov at 8.13, Tentoglou at 8.11 and Tajay Gayle at 8.04.
Men's Long Jump Rome Diamond League Standings
- Jorge A. Hodelín, Cuba: 8.18
- Bozhidar Sarâboyukov, Bulgaria: 8.13
- Miltiadis Tentoglou, Greece: 8.11
- Tajay Gayle, Jamaica: 8.04
- Gerson Baldé, Portugal: 8.00
- Thobias Montler, Sweden: 7.79
- Wayne Pinnock, Jamaica: 7.74
- Liam Adcock, Australia: 7.70
- Gabriele Chilà, Italy: 7.51
Julien Alfred Defeats Melissa Jefferson-Wooden In Rome 200m Showdown
Julien Alfred lived up to her billing as the world leader, winning the women's 200m in Rome in 21.93. The Olympic champion controlled the race and secured a victory in one of the most anticipated sprint matchups of 2026 Rome Diamond League.
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden finished second in 22.17, while Anavia Battle claimed third in 22.39. Amy Hunt finished fourth in 22.52, while veteran Dina Asher-Smith crossed fifth in a season-best 22.76.
Alfred entered Rome with the fastest time in the world this season and added another Diamond League victory to her growing resume.
Women's 200m Rome Diamond League Results
- Julien Alfred, Saint Lucia: 21.93
- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, United States: 22.17
- Anavia Battle, United States: 22.39
- Amy Hunt, Great Britain: 22.52
- Dina Asher-Smith, Great Britain: 22.76
- Jaël Bestué, Spain: 22.98
- Maboundou Koné, Côte d'Ivoire: 23.22
- Elisa Valensin, Italy: 23.27
- Hélène Parisot, France: 23.89
Julien Alfred And Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Set Up Sprint Showdown In Rome
The women's 200m features one of the most anticipated sprint matchups of the Diamond League circuit as world leader Julien Alfred faces Melissa Jefferson-Wooden for the first time. Alfred enters with the fastest time in the world this year at 21.86, while Jefferson-Wooden owns a personal best of 21.68.
With several athletes capable of running under 22 seconds, the race has the potential to be one of the fastest women's 200m contests of the season.
Women's 200m Rome Diamond League Start List
- Elisa Valensin, Italy: 23.09
- Maboundou Koné, Côte d'Ivoire: 22.53
- Jaël Bestué, Spain: 22.19
- Dina Asher-Smith, Great Britain: 21.88
- Anavia Battle, United States: 21.95
- Amy Hunt, Great Britain: 22.08
- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, United States: 21.68
- Julien Alfred, Saint Lucia: 21.71
- Hélène Parisot, France: 22.42
Leonardo Fabbri Delivers Home Victory In Rome Shot Put
Leonardo Fabbri gave the Italian crowd a reason to celebrate, winning the men's shot put with a best throw of 22.14 meters. Fabbri took control in the third round and held off the field.
Joe Kovacs finished second at 21.87, while Ryan Crouser placed third at 21.50. The three American stars entered the meet among the favorites, but none could match Fabbri. Tom Walsh and Rajindra Campbell rounded out the top five of the competition.
Men's Shot Put Rome Diamond League Results
- Leonardo Fabbri, Italy: 22.14
- Joe Kovacs, United States: 21.87
- Ryan Crouser, United States: 21.50
- Tom Walsh, New Zealand: 21.49
- Rajindra Campbell, Jamaica: 21.39
- Jordan Geist, United States: 21.30
- Zane Weir, Italy: 21.13
- Roger Steen, United States: 20.85
- Uziel Muñoz, Mexico: 20.73
- Adrian Piperi, United States: 20.10
Henriette Jæger Wins Women’s 400m In Rome
Henriette Jæger delivered one of the biggest wins of her career, taking the women's 400m in Rome in a season-best 49.60. The Norwegian held off a tightly packed field that saw four athletes finish under 49.85.
Lurdes Gloria Manuel finished second in a personal-best 49.77, while Nickisha Pryce claimed third in 49.80. Aaliyah Butler was close behind in 49.83, meaning just 0.23 seconds separated the top four finishers. Keely Hodgkinson, who stepped down from her signature 800m and ran a 51.14.
Women’s 400m came down to the WIRE 😮💨
— FloTrack (@FloTrack) June 4, 2026
Henriette Jæger fights to the finish to take the #RomeDL 400m with a SB (49.60) 🇳🇴 She was followed closely by Lurdes Gloria Manuel who ran a PB (49.77) and Nickisha Pryce (49.80) following on the podium. American Aaliyah Butler finished in… pic.twitter.com/1waQaJZesf
Women's 400m Rome Diamond League Results
- Henriette Jæger, Norway: 49.60
- Lurdes Gloria Manuel, Czech Republic: 49.77
- Nickisha Pryce, Jamaica: 49.80
- Aaliyah Butler, United States: 49.83
- Amber Anning, Great Britain: 50.19
- Lieke Klaver, Netherlands: 50.62
- Keely Hodgkinson, Great Britain: 51.14
- Anna Polinari, Italy: 51.58
Keely Hodgkinson Drops Down To 400m In Rome
One of the most intriguing races of the Rome Diamond League features Olympic 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson testing herself over a single lap. The star owns a 51.61 personal best at 400 meters and enters a field loaded with world-class quarter-milers.
Hodgkinson's speed has been a major talking point since her indoor campaign, and Rome offers an early look at how that speed translates in an open 400m.
Women's 400m Rome Diamond League Start List
- Anna Polinari, Italy: 50.76
- Keely Hodgkinson, Great Britain: 51.61
- Aaliyah Butler, United States: 49.09
- Nickisha Pryce, Jamaica: 48.57
- Lurdes Gloria Manuel, Czech Republic: 50.52
- Henriette Jæger, Norway: 49.49
- Lieke Klaver, Netherlands: 49.58
- Amber Anning, Great Britain: 49.29
Bozhidar Sarâboyukov Takes Early Lead In Men’s Long Jump
The men's long jump is underway in Rome, and Bozhidar Sarâboyukov has moved into first place with a best jump of 8.13 meters through the opening three rounds. He leads Olympic champion Miltiadis Tentoglou, who sits just two centimeters back at 8.11.
Tajay Gayle currently occupies third at 8.04, while Gerson Baldé has also reached the eight-meter barrier with a best of 8.00.
Men's Long Jump Rome Diamond League Standings
- Bozhidar Sarâboyukov, Bulgaria: 8.13
- Miltiadis Tentoglou, Greece: 8.11
- Tajay Gayle, Jamaica: 8.04
- Gerson Baldé, Portugal: 8.00
- Thobias Montler, Sweden: 7.79
- Wayne Pinnock, Jamaica: 7.67
- Jorge A. Hodelín, Cuba: 7.63
- Liam Adcock, Australia: 7.57
- Gabriele Chilà, Italy: 7.51
Trey Cunningham Breaks 13 Seconds To Win Men’s 110m Hurdles In Rome
Trey Cunningham delivered the fastest race of the season, winning the men's 110m hurdles in a world-leading 12.98. The American became the first athlete under 13 seconds in 2026 and improved upon his previous personal best of 13.00.
Orlando Bennett finished second in 13.31, while Enrique Llopis claimed third in a season-best 13.32. Pre-race favorite Rachid Muratake finished fourth in 13.40 after entering the meet as the Diamond League points leader.
Meeting Record! 🔥@TreyCunningham goes sub-13s for the first time as he runs 12.98s over the men's 110m hurdles.
— Wanda Diamond League (@Diamond_League) June 4, 2026
He takes the World Lead and breaks Allen Johnson's meeting record, which has stood since 1999!#DiamondLeague #RomeDL🇮🇹
📸 @GorczynskaMarta pic.twitter.com/MN8LXFEKmL
Men's 110m Hurdles Rome Diamond League Results
- Trey Cunningham, United States: 12.98 (World Lead)
- Orlando Bennett, Jamaica: 13.31
- Enrique Llopis, Spain: 13.32
- Rachid Muratake, Japan: 13.40
- Thomas Wilkes, France: 13.44
- Jason Joseph, Switzerland: 13.49
- Jakub Szymański, Poland: 13.54
- Just Kwaou-Mathey, France: 13.76
- Jamal Britt, United States: 26.75
Likina Amebaw Runs World Lead To Win Women’s 5000m In Rome
Likina Amebaw produced the performance of her career in Rome, winning the women’s 5000m in a world-leading 14:18.41. She shattered her previous personal best and led an Ethiopian sweep of the top seven places.
Aleshign Baweke finished second in 14:18.54, while Freweyni Hailu claimed third in a personal-best 14:18.94. The race featured seven Ethiopians under 14:24 and eight athletes under 14:31.
Olympic silver medalist Nadia Battocletti finished 13th in front of the home crowd, while Winfred Yavi continued her season with an eighth-place.
Ethiopia takes over the #RomeDL 5000m 🇪🇹
— FloTrack (@FloTrack) June 4, 2026
Likina Amebaw wins in 14:18.41 WL PB, with Aleshign Baweke (14:18.54 PB) and Freweyni Hailu (14:18.94 PB) right behind her. The top seven finishers all ran under 14:24 in one of the deepest 5000m fields of the year.
Nadia Battocletti… pic.twitter.com/A3LL2piAw0
Women's 5000m Rome Diamond League Results
- Likina Amebaw, Ethiopia: 14:18.41 (World Lead)
- Aleshign Baweke, Ethiopia: 14:18.54
- Freweyni Hailu, Ethiopia: 14:18.94
- Senayet Getachew, Ethiopia: 14:22.37
- Medina Eisa, Ethiopia: 14:22.51
- Hirut Meshesha, Ethiopia: 14:22.56
- Fantaye Belayneh, Ethiopia: 14:23.44
- Winfred Yavi, Bahrain: 14:30.06
- Maureen Koster, Netherlands: 14:33.56
- Margaret Akidor, Kenya: 14:34.01
- Sarah Madeleine, France: 14:37.80
- Caroline Nyaga, Kenya: 14:38.10
- Nadia Battocletti, Italy: 14:40.05
- Yenawa Nbret, Ethiopia: 14:40.77
- Linden Hall, Australia: 14:40.81
- Francine Niyomukunzi, Burundi: 14:41.46
- Sarah Healy, Ireland: 14:48.88
- Nozomi Tanaka, Japan: 15:12.91
- DNF: Almaz Baraki, Ethiopia
- DNF: Purity Chepkirui, Kenya
- DNF: Yenesh Shimket, Ethiopia
- DNF: Elise Vanderelst, Belgium
What Time Does Noah Lyles Run Today?
Noah Lyles will be competing in the men's 100m at Diamond League Rome. The event is set to take place at 4:52 p.m. ET. Watch Noah Lyles race live on FloTrack and the FloSports app.
Ready for ROME 🇮🇹
— Wanda Diamond League (@Diamond_League) March 25, 2026
100m Olympic & 200m #DiamondLeague 💎 champion Noah Lyles 🇺🇸 is set to race over the 100m on the 4 June at #RomeDL 💥
🔗 https://t.co/HQYGDHBqMf
Ready. for. speed. 💨 pic.twitter.com/WTLhkZmXjX
Matteo Sioli Shares Early Lead In Men’s High Jump
The men’s high jump remains tightly contested in Rome, with four athletes currently sharing the lead at 2.20 meters. Italy’s Matteo Sioli has cleared every height on his first attempt and is joined by Erick Portillo, Tomohiro Shinno and Mateusz Kołodziejski atop the standings.
Pre-meet favorite JuVaughn Harrison is still alive but sits ninth after requiring multiple attempts at earlier heights. Jan Štefela and Romaine Beckford have already exited, while the field prepares for 2.23 meters, where separation is expected to begin.
Men's High Jump Rome Diamond League Standings
- Matteo Sioli, Italy: 2.20
- Erick Portillo, Mexico: 2.20
- Tomohiro Shinno, Japan: 2.20
- Mateusz Kołodziejski, Poland: 2.20
- Yual Reath, Australia: 2.20
- Raymond Richards, Jamaica: 2.20
- Romaine Beckford, Jamaica: 2.16
- Jan Štefela, Czech Republic: 2.16
- JuVaughn Harrison, United States: 2.16
Miltiadis Tentoglou Leads Loaded Men’s Long Jump Field In Rome
The men’s long jump is led by Olympic champion Miltiadis Tentoglou. The Greek star enters with a season best of 8.49 meters and will face a group that includes Tajay Gayle, Wayne Pinnock and Bozhidar Sarâboyuko.
Tentoglou arrives atop the Diamond League standings after a strong start to the season, but the competition remains deep throughout the field. Gayle owns the best personal best in the competition at 8.69, while Pinnock and Liam Adcock have both surpassed 8.30.
Men's Long Jump Rome Diamond League Start List
- Miltiadis Tentoglou, Greece: 8.65
- Bozhidar Sarâboyukov, Bulgaria: 8.29
- Gerson Baldé, Portugal: 8.20
- Tajay Gayle, Jamaica: 8.69
- Wayne Pinnock, Jamaica: 8.54
- Thobias Montler, Sweden: 8.27
- Liam Adcock, Australia: 8.34
- Jorge A. Hodelín, Cuba: 8.34
- Gabriele Chilà, Italy: 8.00
Megan Simmonds Wins Women’s 100m Hurdles In Rome
Megan Simmonds continued her strong Diamond League campaign, winning the women’s 100m hurdles in Rome in 12.50. She entered the meet among the contenders but produced one of her best performances of the season, holding off a tightly packed field that featured several global medalists and championship finalists.
Kendra Harrison finished second in 12.54, while Nadine Visser claimed third in 12.58. Just nine hundredths of a second separated the top four finishers.
Simmonds now adds another Diamond League victory to her résumé and strengthens her position in the season standings.
Jumping for joy in Rome ✨
— FloTrack (@FloTrack) June 4, 2026
Megan Simmonds runs a 12.5 SB to take first in the #RomeDL 100m Hurdles 🇯🇲 She defeats Kendra Harrison (12.54) and Nadine Visser (12.58) on the podium. Tonea Marshall was the next closest American, coming in 7th and equaling her SB (12.76).… pic.twitter.com/SsFlRJFFH9
Women's 100m Hurdles Rome Diamond League Results
- Megan Simmonds, Jamaica: 12.50
- Kendra Harrison, United States: 12.54
- Nadine Visser, Netherlands: 12.58
- Marione Fourie, South Africa: 12.59
- Danielle Williams, Jamaica: 12.69
- Pia Skrzyszowska, Poland: 12.69
- Tonea Marshall, United States: 12.76
- Giada Carmassi, Italy: 12.90
- Alessia Succo, Italy: 13.19
Kendra Harrison And Danielle Williams Lead Women’s Hurdles Field In Rome
The women’s 100m hurdles features a wide-open field in the absence of world leader Masai Russell. Former world record holder Kendra Harrison and reigning world champion Danielle Williams headline the race, while Nadine Visser, Tonea Marshall and Pia Skrzyszowska add further depth.
Alessia Succo and Giada Carmassi will have the home crowd behind them, while Megan Simmonds enters after a strong start to the Diamond League season. With several athletes owning personal bests under 12.40, the race could come down to the cleanest start and final hurdle execution.
Women's 100m Hurdles Rome Diamond League Entry List
- Alessia Succo, Italy: 13.14
- Tonea Marshall, United States: 12.24
- Danielle Williams, Jamaica: 12.31
- Kendra Harrison, United States: 12.20
- Nadine Visser, Netherlands: 12.28
- Pia Skrzyszowska, Poland: 12.37
- Megan Simmonds, Jamaica: 12.34
- Marione Fourie, South Africa: 12.49
- Giada Carmassi, Italy: 12.69
Ryan Crouser And Joe Kovacs Renew Shot Put Rivalry In Rome
The men’s shot put brings together two of the greatest throwers in history as Ryan Crouser and Joe Kovacs meet again on the Diamond League circuit. Kovacs arrives with the world lead after launching 22.58 meters in Diamond League Rabat, while Crouser enters as the reigning Olympic champion.
Leonardo Fabbri will have the home crowd behind him after throwing 22.50 earlier this season, while Jordan Geist, Rajindra Campbell and Tom Walsh add further depth to a field loaded with athletes capable of surpassing 22 meters.
Men's Shot Put Rome Diamond League Entry List
- Ryan Crouser, United States: 23.56
- Joe Kovacs, United States: 23.23
- Leonardo Fabbri, Italy: 22.98
- Tom Walsh, New Zealand: 22.90
- Rajindra Campbell, Jamaica: 22.34
- Jordan Geist, United States: 22.25
- Adrian Piperi, United States: 22.29
- Roger Steen, United States: 22.11
- Uziel Muñoz, Mexico: 21.97
- Zane Weir, Italy: 22.44
JuVaughn Harrison And Jan Štefela Headline Men’s High Jump In Rome
The men’s high jump brings together a field led by JuVaughn Harrison and Jan Štefela. Harrison owns the best personal best in the field at 2.36 meters and returns to Diamond League Rome looking for one of his biggest victories of the season.
Matteo Sioli will have the home crowd behind him, while Romaine Beckford, Yual Reath and Tomohiro Shinno add further depth to a field packed with athletes capable of clearing 2.30 meters. With several jumpers arriving in strong form, Rome could produce one of the highest clearances seen on the Diamond League circuit this year.
Men's High Jump Rome Diamond League Start List
- Mateusz Kołodziejski, Poland: 2.24
- Raymond Richards, Jamaica: 2.30
- Yual Reath, Australia: 2.30
- Romaine Beckford, Jamaica: 2.30
- Erick Portillo, Mexico: 2.27
- Tomohiro Shinno, Japan: 2.31
- JuVaughn Harrison, United States: 2.36
- Matteo Sioli, Italy: 2.30
- Jan Štefela, Czech Republic: 2.33
Emma Zapletalová Runs World Lead To Win Rome Diamond League
Emma Zapletalová backed up her breakthrough performance in Rabat with another statement victory, winning the women's 400m hurdles in a world-leading 52.58. She improved upon the 52.82 she ran just days ago and became the first woman under 52.60 this season.
Anna Cockrell finished second in a season-best 52.77, while Rushell Clayton claimed third in 53.14. Former world champion Dalilah Muhammad continued her strong comeback season with a fourth-place finish in 53.39, giving the race four athletes under 53.40.
Zapletalová entered Rome as the world leader and left with an even faster mark.
Twice in a Week! 🗓️
— Wanda Diamond League (@Diamond_League) June 4, 2026
Emma Zapletalová clocks a World Leading 52.58s in the women's 400m hurdles!
She repeats her #RabatDL🇲🇦, but goes 0.24s quicker as she lowers her lifetime best at the #RomeDL🇮🇹#DiamondLeague
📸 @chiaramontesan2 pic.twitter.com/gBPoRMefIt
Women's 400m Hurdles Rome Diamond League Results
- Emma Zapletalová, Slovakia: 52.58 (World Lead)
- Anna Cockrell, United States: 52.77
- Rushell Clayton, Jamaica: 53.14
- Dalilah Muhammad, United States: 53.39
- Gianna Woodruff, Panama: 53.58
- Jasmine Jones, United States: 53.92
- Amalie Iuel, Norway: 54.05
- Alice Muraro, Italy: 55.50
- Ayomide Folorunso, Italy: 56.01
Emma Zapletalová Looks To Back Up World-Leading Performance In Rome
The women’s 400m hurdles features one of the hottest athletes on the Diamond League circuit as Emma Zapletalová returns to competition just days after running a world-leading 52.82 in Rabat. The Slovakian stunned the field in Morocco and now faces another deep lineup.
Italy's Ayomide Folorunso will have the home crowd behind her, while Rushell Clayton enters after finishing third in Rabat. With the world lead and a strong field on the track, the women's 400m hurdles could again be one of the fastest races of the event.
Women's 400m Hurdles Rome Diamond League Entry List
- Alice Muraro, Italy: 54.36
- Ayomide Folorunso, Italy: 53.89
- Rushell Clayton, Jamaica: 52.51
- Dalilah Muhammad, United States: 51.58
- Jasmine Jones, United States: 52.08
- Emma Zapletalová, Slovakia: 52.82
- Anna Cockrell, United States: 51.87
- Gianna Woodruff, Panama: 52.66
- Amalie Iuel, Norway: 54.12
Andy Díaz Hernández Wins Triple Jump In Front Of Home Crowd
Andy Díaz Hernández gave the Italian fans another reason to celebrate in Rome, winning the men's triple jump with a season-best 17.59 meters. The reigning European champion produced the winning mark in the fifth round and remained comfortably ahead of the field.
World leader Jordan Scott finished second at 17.33, while Jamaica's Jaydon Hibbert claimed third with a season-best 17.02. Díaz Hernández entered the meet with the best personal best in the field and delivered under pressure, becoming the only athlete beyond 17.50 meters.
Men's Triple Jump Rome Diamond League Results
- Andy Díaz Hernández, Italy: 17.59
- Jordan Scott, Jamaica: 17.33
- Jaydon Hibbert, Jamaica: 17.02
- Lázaro Martínez, Cuba: 16.83
- Yasser Mohammed Triki, Algeria: 16.71
- Russell Robinson, United States: 16.40
- Almir dos Santos, Brazil: 16.22
- Endiorass Kingley, Austria: 16.08
- Thomas Gogois, France: No Mark
Molly Caudery Wins Women’s Pole Vault In Rome
Molly Caudery claimed her first Diamond League victory of the 2026 season, winning the women’s pole vault in Rome with a season-best clearance of 4.80 meters. The British vaulter separated herself from a tightly contested competition that remained crowded through 4.80.
Nina Kennedy and Angelica Moser shared second after both cleared 4.80 meters, while Tina Šutej finished fourth at 4.70.The win gives Caudery valuable Diamond League points after finishing outside the podium in Rabat.
Women's Pole Vault Rome Diamond League Results
- Molly Caudery, Great Britain: 4.90
- Nina Kennedy, Australia: 4.80
- Angelica Moser, Switzerland: 4.80
- Tina Šutej, Slovenia: 4.70
- Sandi Morris, United States: 4.60
- Amálie Švábíková, Czech Republic: 4.45
- Elisa Molinarolo, Italy: 4.45
- Eliza McCartney, New Zealand: 4.30
- Olivia McTaggart, New Zealand: 4.30
Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage Breaks 90 Meters To Win In Rome
Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage continued his breakout 2026 season with the biggest throw of his career, winning the men's javelin in Rome with a national-record 92.62 meters, becoming the only athlete beyond 90 meters on the day.
Anderson Peters finished second at 83.91, while Curtis Thompson claimed third with 83.89 in a tightly contested battle for the podium. Keshorn Walcott and Thomas Röhler rounded out the top five.
Men's Javelin Throw Rome Diamond League Results
- Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Sri Lanka: 92.62 (National Record, World Lead)
- Anderson Peters, Grenada: 83.91
- Curtis Thompson, United States: 83.89
- Keshorn Walcott, Trinidad and Tobago: 83.45
- Thomas Röhler, Germany: 82.89
- Dawid Wegner, Poland: 80.47
- Julius Yego, Kenya: 79.89
- Sachin Yadav, India: 79.18
- Jakub Vadlejch, Czechia: 78.28
- Giovanni Frattini, Italy: 74.27
Off to a Flying Start! 🚀
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Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage throws 92.62m to extend his own World Lead in the men's javelin 🏟️
He becomes the first man in 2026, and the first Sri Lankan ever, to break 90m 🇱🇰#DiamondLeague #RomeDL🇮🇹
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Andy Díaz Hernández Extends Lead With Season Best In Rome
Andy Díaz Hernández is beginning to separate himself from the field in the men's triple jump. The Italian star moved out to a season-best 17.58 meters in the second round and remains the only athlete beyond 17.50. World leader Jordan Scott sits second at 17.08, while Jaydon Hibbert has climbed into third with a season-best 16.93.
Men's Triple Jump Rome Diamond League Standings
- Andy Díaz Hernández, Italy: 17.58
- Jordan Scott, Jamaica: 17.08
- Jaydon Hibbert, Jamaica: 16.93
- Lázaro Martínez, Cuba: 16.61
- Yasser Mohammed Triki, Algeria: 16.61
- Russell Robinson, United States: 16.40
- Almir dos Santos, Brazil: 16.22
- Endiorass Kingley, Austria: 16.08
- Thomas Gogois, France: No Mark
Women’s Pole Vault Tightens As Four Athletes Share The Lead
Four athletes are currently tied atop the standings at 4.60 meters, with Sandi Morris and Angelica Moser remaining perfect through the opening heights. Molly Caudery and Tina Šutej also sit in contention, while Rabat winner Nina Kennedy remains within striking distance despite requiring additional attempts.
The bar is set to move to 4.70 meters, where the competition is expected to separate.
Women's Pole Vault Rome Diamond League Standings
- Sandi Morris, United States: 4.60
- Angelica Moser, Switzerland: 4.60
- Molly Caudery, Great Britain: 4.60
- Tina Šutej, Slovenia: 4.60
- Nina Kennedy, Australia: 4.60
- Amálie Švábíková, Czech Republic: 4.45
- Elisa Molinarolo, Italy: 4.45
- Eliza McCartney, New Zealand: 4.30
- Olivia McTaggart, New Zealand: 4.30
Andy Díaz Hernández Opens Triple Jump With World-Leading Credentials
World leader Jordan Scott and Olympic medalist Andy Díaz Hernández headline the competition, while Jaydon Hibbert, Lázaro Martínez and Almir dos Santos add further championship pedigree. Díaz Hernández enters with the best personal best in the field at 17.75 meters and will look to defend home soil in front of the Italian crowd.
Men's Triple Jump Rome Diamond League Entry List
- Andy Díaz Hernández (Italy) - PB 17.75
- Almir Dos Santos (Brazil) - PB 17.53
- Thomas Gogois (France) - PB 17.38
- Jaydon Hibbert (Jamaica) - PB 17.87
- Endiorass Kingley (Austria) - PB 16.85
- Lázaro Martínez (Cuba) - PB 17.51
- Russell Robinson (USA) - PB 17.30
- Jordan Scott (Jamaica) - PB 17.66
- Yasser Mohammed Triki (Algeria) - PB 17.43
Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage Holds Early Lead In Men's Javelin
The men’s javelin is underway in Rome, and world leader Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage has moved to the front with an opening-round throw of 84.49 meters. He continues the form that has made him one of the breakout stars of the 2026 season.
Curtis Thompson sits second at 83.89, while Rabat winner Anderson Peters has climbed to third with 83.62 after improving on his second attempt. With four rounds still to come and several former world champions still searching for their best throws, the competition remains wide open.
Men's Javelin Throw Rome Diamond League Standings
- Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Sri Lanka: 84.49
- Curtis Thompson, United States: 83.89
- Anderson Peters, Grenada: 83.62
- Keshorn Walcott, Trinidad and Tobago: 79.40
- Jakub Vadlejch, Czechia: 78.28
- Thomas Röhler, Germany: 77.86
- Julius Yego, Kenya: 77.05
- Giovanni Frattini, Italy: 73.41
- Dawid Wegner, Poland: 72.23
- Sachin Yadav, India: No Mark
Nina Kennedy And Molly Caudery Headline Women’s Pole Vault In Rome
The women’s pole vault features another deep field led by Diamond League Rabat winner Nina Kennedy and British star Molly Caudery. Kennedy arrives after clearing 4.80 meters to win the previous Diamond League stop, while Caudery, Eliza McCartney and Sandi Morris all own personal bests above 4.90.
Women's Pole Vault Rome Diamond League Entry List
- Nina Kennedy, Australia: 4.90
- Amálie Švábíková, Czech Republic: 4.80
- Molly Caudery, Great Britain: 4.92
- Elisa Molinarolo, Italy: 4.70
- Eliza McCartney, New Zealand: 4.94
- Olivia McTaggart, New Zealand: 4.73
- Tina Šutej, Slovenia: 4.81
- Angelica Moser, Switzerland: 4.88
- Sandi Morris, United States: 5.00
Anderson Peters And Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage Renew Javelin Battle In Rome
The men’s javelin opens the Rome Diamond League schedule with a rematch from Rabat, where Anderson Peters edged Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage for the victory. Peters arrives after throwing 86.08 meters in Morocco, while Pathirage continues to hold the world lead at 89.37. Former global champions Jakub Vadlejch, Thomas Röhler and Julius Yego add even more depth to a loaded field
Men's Javelin Throw Rome Diamond League Entry List
- Jakub Vadlejch, Czechia: 90.88
- Thomas Röhler, Germany: 93.90
- Anderson Peters, Grenada: 93.07
- Sachin Yadav, India: 86.27
- Giovanni Frattini, Italy: 83.61
- Julius Yego, Kenya: 92.72
- Dawid Wegner, Poland: 85.67
- Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Sri Lanka: 89.37
- Keshorn Walcott, Trinidad and Tobago: 90.16
- Curtis Thompson, United States: 87.76
When does the World Feed Start for Rome Diamond League 2026?
The world feed begins at 3 p.m. ET for women’s 400m hurdles, but coverage of all events on FloTrack and FloSports begins at 1:15 p.m. ET, including field coverage and the Diamond League broadcast.
Noah Lyles And Marcell Jacobs Bring Olympic Gold To Rome
The men’s 100m features the last two Olympic champions in one of the most anticipated races of the Diamond League season. Noah Lyles makes his 2026 Diamond League debut, while Marcell Jacobs returns to race in front of an Italian crowd at the Stadio Olimpico.
Ferdinand Omanyala and Akani Simbine add even more firepower to a field that could produce one of the fastest sprint races of the year.
Julien Alfred And Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Meet For The First Time Over 200m
Two of the sport’s biggest sprint stars finally collide over half a lap. Julien Alfred won Olympic gold in the 100m for Saint Lucia, while Melissa Jefferson-Wooden completed the sprint double at the 2025 World Championships. They have raced each other over 100 meters, but never over 200m.
With Anavia Battle, Amy Hunt and Dina Asher-Smith also entered, Rome may feature the deepest women’s sprint race of the season.
Emmanuel Wanyonyi Returns After Rare Defeat In Rabat
Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi heads to Rome looking to rebound after being upset by Max Burgin in Rabat. The Kenyan owns a personal best of 1:41.11 and remains one of the fastest men in history, but the loss served as a reminder that the men’s 800m is deeper than ever. Rome offers an immediate opportunity to reassert himself before the Diamond League heads to Stockholm.
Ryan Crouser, Joe Kovacs And Leonardo Fabbri Meet Again
The men’s shot put continues to be one of the most compelling rivalries on the Diamond League circuit. Joe Kovacs arrives after throwing a world-leading 22.58 meters to win in Rabat, while Ryan Crouser remains the world record holder and Leonardo Fabbri enters in front of a home crowd. Add Tom Walsh and Rajindra Campbell to the mix, and Rome features another championship-caliber throwing competition.
Rome Diamond League 2026 Schedule
Men’s Javelin Throw - 1:10 p.m. ET
- Giovanni Frattini (Italy) - PB 83.61
- Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage (Sri Lanka) - PB 89.37
- Anderson Peters (Grenada) - PB 93.07
- Thomas Röhler (Germany) - PB 93.90
- Curtis Thompson (USA) - PB 87.76
- Jakub Vadlejch (Czech Republic) - PB 90.88
- Keshorn Walcott (Trinidad & Tobago) - PB 90.16
- Dawid Wegner (Poland) - PB 85.67
- Sachin Yadav (India) - PB 86.27
- Julius Yego (Kenya) - PB 92.72
Women’s Pole Vault - 1:15 p.m. ET
- Molly Caudery (Great Britain) - PB 4.92
- Nina Kennedy (Australia) - PB 4.90
- Eliza McCartney (New Zealand) - PB 4.94
- Olivia McTaggart (New Zealand) - PB 4.73
- Elisa Molinarolo (Italy) - PB 4.70
- Sandi Morris (USA) - PB 5.00
- Angelica Moser (Switzerland) - PB 5.00
- Tina Šutej (Slovenia) - PB 4.81
- Amálie Švábíková (Czech Republic) - PB 4.80
Men’s Triple Jump - 1:48 p.m. ET
- Andy Díaz Hernández (Italy) - PB 17.75
- Almir Dos Santos (Brazil) - PB 17.53
- Thomas Gogois (France) - PB 17.38
- Jaydon Hibbert (Jamaica) - PB 17.87
- Endiorass Kingley (Austria) - PB 16.85
- Lázaro Martínez (Cuba) - PB 17.51
- Russell Robinson (USA) - PB 17.30
- Jordan Scott (Jamaica) - PB 17.66
- Yasser Mohammed Triki (Algeria) - PB 17.43
Men’s High Jump - 1:48 p.m. ET
- Romaine Beckford (Jamaica) - PB 2.30
- Oleh Doroshchuk (Ukraine) - PB 2.31
- JuVaughn Harrison (USA) - PB 2.36
- Mateusz Kołodziejski (Poland) - PB 2.24
- Erick Portillo (Mexico) - PB 2.27
- Yual Reath (Australia) - PB 2.30
- Raymond Richards (Jamaica) - PB 2.30
- Tomohiro Shinno (Japan) - PB 2.31
- Matteo Sioli (Italy) - PB 2.30
- Jan Štefela (Czech Republic) - PB 2.33
Women’s 400m Hurdles - 3:04 p.m. ET
- Anna Cockrell (USA) - PB 51.87
- Ayomide Folorunso (Italy) - PB 53.89
- Amalie Iuel (Norway) - PB 54.12
- Jasmine Jones (USA) - PB 52.08
- Andrenette Knight (Jamaica) - PB 53.26
- Dalilah Muhammad (USA) - PB 51.58
- Naomi Van Den Broeck (Belgium) - PB 53.65
- Gianna Woodruff (Panama) - PB 52.66
- Emma Zapletalová (Slovakia) - PB 53.00
Men’s Shot Put - 3:27 p.m. ET
- Rajindra Campbell (Jamaica) - PB 22.34
- Ryan Crouser (USA) - PB 23.56
- Leonardo Fabbri (Italy) - PB 22.98
- Jordan Geist (USA) - PB 22.25
- Joe Kovacs (USA) - PB 23.23
- Uziel Muñoz (Mexico) - PB 21.97
- Adrian Piperi (USA) - PB 22.29
- Roger Steen (USA) - PB 22.11
- Tom Walsh (New Zealand) - PB 22.90
- Zane Weir (Italy) - PB 22.44
Women’s 100m Hurdles - 3:28 p.m. ET
- Giada Carmassi (Italy) - PB 12.69
- Marione Fourie (South Africa) - PB 12.49
- Kendra Harrison (USA) - PB 12.20
- Tonea Marshall (USA) - PB 12.24
- Cyréna Samba-Mayela (France) - PB 12.31
- Megan Simmonds (Jamaica) - PB 12.34
- Pia Skrzyszowska (Poland) - PB 12.37
- Nadine Visser (Netherlands) - PB 12.28
- Danielle Williams (Jamaica) - PB 12.31
Men’s Long Jump - 3:35 p.m. ET
- Liam Adcock (Australia) - PB 8.34
- Gerson Baldé (Portugal) - PB 8.20
- Gabriele Chilà (Italy) - PB 8.00
- Tajay Gayle (Jamaica) - PB 8.69
- Jorge A. Hodelín (Cuba) - PB 8.34
- Thobias Montler (Sweden) - PB 8.27
- Wayne Pinnock (Jamaica) - PB 8.54
- Bozhidar Sarâboyukov (Bulgaria) - PB 8.29
- Miltiadis Tentoglou (Greece) - PB 8.65
Women’s 5000m - 3:38 p.m. ET
- Margaret Akidor (Kenya) - PB 14:30.34
- Marta Alemayo (Ethiopia) - PB 14:32.84
- Likina Amebaw (Ethiopia) - PB 14:24.21
- Nadia Battocletti (Italy) - PB 14:23.15
- Medina Eisa (Ethiopia) - PB 14:16.54
- Freweyni Hailu (Ethiopia) - PB 14:19.33
- Sarah Healy (Ireland) - PB 16:28.79
- Maureen Koster (Netherlands) - PB 14:33.97
- Francine Niyomukunzi (Burundi) - PB 14:42.77
- Caroline Nyaga (Kenya) - PB 14:30.14
- Nozomi Tanaka (Japan) - PB 14:29.18
- Winfred Yavi (Bahrain) - PB 14:41.99
Men’s 110m Hurdles - 4:04 p.m. ET
- Orlando Bennett (Jamaica) - PB 13.08
- Jamal Britt (USA) - PB 13.07
- Trey Cunningham (USA) - PB 13.00
- Jason Joseph (Switzerland) - PB 13.07
- Just Kwaou-Mathey (France) - PB 12.99
- Enrique Llopis (Spain) - PB 13.09
- Tyler Mason (Jamaica) - PB 13.00
- Rachid Muratake (Japan) - PB 12.92
- Jakub Szymański (Poland) - PB 13.25
Women’s 400m - 4:15 p.m. ET
- Amber Anning (Great Britain) - PB 49.29
- Natalia Bukowiecka (Poland) - PB 48.90
- Aaliyah Butler (USA) - PB 49.09
- Keely Hodgkinson (Great Britain) - PB 51.61
- Henriette Jæger (Norway) - PB 49.49
- Lieke Klaver (Netherlands) - PB 49.58
- Lurdes Gloria Manuel (Czech Republic) - PB 50.52
- Anna Polinari (Italy) - PB 50.76
- Nickisha Pryce (Jamaica) - PB 48.57
Women’s 200m - 4:27 p.m. ET
- Julien Alfred (Saint Lucia) - PB 21.71
- Dina Asher-Smith (Great Britain) - PB 21.88
- Anavia Battle (USA) - PB 21.95
- Jaël Bestué (Spain) - PB 22.19
- Amy Hunt (Great Britain) - PB 22.08
- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden (USA) - PB 21.68
- Favour Ofili (Nigeria) - PB 21.96
- Helene Parisot (France) - PB 22.42
- Elisa Valensin (Italy) - PB 23.09
Women’s 1500m - 4:37 p.m. ET
- Salomé Afonso (Portugal) - PB 3:59.32
- Saron Berhe (Ethiopia) - PB 3:57.72
- Abbey Caldwell (Australia) - PB 3:56.12
- Ludovica Cavalli (Italy) - PB 4:01.84
- Agathe Guillemot (France) - PB 3:56.69
- Birke Haylom (Ethiopia) - PB 3:53.22
- Gaia Sabbatini (Italy) - PB 3:59.49
- Revee Walcott-Nolan (Great Britain) - PB 3:58.08
Men’s 100m - 4:52 p.m. ET
- Jordan Anthony (USA) - PB 9.91
- Jeremiah Azu (Great Britain) - PB 9.97
- Ackeem Blake (Jamaica) - PB 9.88
- Emmanuel Eseme (Cameroon) - PB 9.96
- Lamont Marcell Jacobs (Italy) - PB 9.80
- Noah Lyles (United States) - PB 9.79
- Ferdinand Omanyala (Kenya) - PB 9.77
- Akani Simbine (South Africa) - PB 9.82
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