The Real Science of Sport Podcast Tokyo Day 3: The Greatest Marathon Finish Ever? / Men's Steeplechase Drama / Hocker DQ
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Sep 15, 2025 Experience the electrifying finish of a marathon where gold and silver were separated by just 0.03 seconds. Dive into the surprising outcomes in the men’s steeplechase and women’s 100m hurdles, as favorites stumble under pressure. Discover the drama surrounding a controversial disqualification in the men’s 1500m. With insights into the stress of racing tactics and athlete conditioning, this discussion captures the highs and lows of competitive athletics in a way that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats!
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Marathon Sprint Finish Thriller
- The men's marathon finished in an extraordinary sprint where Simbu of Tanzania edged Petros of Germany by 0.03s for Tanzania's first world gold.
- Ross Tucker and Mike Finch described the final 400m as one of the most dramatic finishes they've seen in athletics.
Micro Shifts Decide Marathon Outcomes
- Small, repeated tempo shifts late in a marathon can be decisive and invisible on standard coverage.
- Ross Tucker suggested plotting front-race speed in 100m intervals to show those micro-moves and tactics.
Prepare Specifically For Heat
- Prepare specifically for expected weather because heat alters race dynamics and rewards acclimatised athletes.
- Ross Tucker advised that deliberate heat preparation can turn marginal competitors into surprise medalists in hot championships.