Doha Diamond League Women’s Events Preview

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100m: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce returns to the Diamond League stage as the frontrunner, but all eyes will be on European challengers Mujinga Kambundji and Naomi van der Weken as they kick off their outdoor seasons.

400m: Former world champion Salwa Eid Naser continues her comeback following strong performances at the GST meets. She will be joined by Natalia Bukowiecka, fresh from her World Relays appearance, and Lieke Klaver, who begins her summer campaign in Doha.

1500m: The middle-distance event features a stacked lineup led by Kenyans Eglay Nalyanya and Chepchirchir, both of whom have impressed in early-season competition. Ethiopia’s Birke Berhe, the reigning World U20 champion, will take on Guillemette Guillemot and Jemma Reekie, who makes her 2025 debut.

3000m Steeplechase: One of the meet’s most anticipated showdowns, as Olympic podium finishers Winfred Yavi, Peruth Chemutai, and Faith Cherotich go head-to-head. Though this marks their first outing since September, the field is chasing a sub-nine-minute performance with the world lead in sight.

Triple Jump: Caribbean stars Thea Lafond and Shanieka Ricketts emerge as top contenders, while long jump specialist Ivana Španović adds excitement by making her first triple jump appearance in three years.

Pole Vault: A fierce battle is set to unfold as Katie Moon faces Molly Caudery, with both athletes making their outdoor season debuts.