The Real Science of Sport Podcast Tokyo Day 2: The Fastest Man and Woman in the World / Men's 10000m Stunners / A marathon sprint
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Sep 14, 2025 Day 2 in Tokyo saw electrifying performances, including the crowning of the world’s fastest man and woman. The men’s 10,000m featured dramatic slow starts and surprising finishes, showcasing unexpected talent. A fierce battle unfolded in the women's marathon, with a surprising bronze medalist emerging. The unpredictability of the 1500m qualifiers kept viewers on their toes, as top athletes faltered. Tactics, pacing strategies, and the emotional rollercoaster of these events highlighted the thrilling dynamics of track and field.
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Jefferson-Wooden's Season Peak
- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden dominated the women's 100m with a 10.61 and big margins to second and third. Her season-long supremacy made this gold the expected culmination of an outstanding year.
Seville's Breakthrough Sprint
- Noah Seville won the men's 100m in 9.77 after recovering from a semifinal stumble and showed peak form in finals. The result marks a shift from recent US dominance at the event.
Slow Pace Creates Chaotic Finish
- The men's 10,000m unfolded as a tactical slow race that turned into a chaotic sprint finish with many contenders still present at the bell. Slow early pace creates a '400m durability' test where anything can happen in the final lap.