The 2021 Prefontaine Classic was the 46th edition of the annual outdoor track and field meeting in Eugene, Oregon, United States. Held on 20-21 August at Hayward Field, it was the eighth leg of the 2021 Diamond League – the highest-level international track and field circuit.
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| Dates | 20-21 August 2021 |
| Host city | Eugene, Oregon, United States |
| Venue | Hayward Field |
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| Level | 2021 Diamond League |
| Events | 13 |
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The meeting was highlighted by American records from Athing Mu (in the women's 800 m) and Courtney Frerichs (in the women's 3000 m steeplechase, becoming the first American to run under 9 minutes).[1] Sifan Hassan attempted the 5000 metres world record, but did not achieve it.[2][3]
Results
editAthletes competing in the Diamond League disciplines earned extra compensation and points which went towards qualifying for the Diamond League finals in Zürich. First place earned 8 points, with each step down in place earning one less point than the previous, until no points are awarded in 9th place or lower.[4]
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Promotional Events
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References
edit- ^ "Athing Mu and Courtney Frerichs Set American Records at the 2021 Prefontaine Classic". Runner's World. 23 August 2021. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
- ^ Winter, Karl. "Pre Classic Distance Night: Hassan Falls Well Short in Women's 5000 WR Attempt, Francine Niyonsaba Wins Women's 2 Mile in 9:00, Craig Engels Celebrates Early and Loses Men's International Mile". LetsRun.com. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
- ^ Hansen, Chris. "Records fall as Prefontaine Classic returns to Hayward Field". USA TODAY. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
- ^ High-powered head-to-heads on tap in Shanghai - IAAF Diamond League. IAAF (2019-05-16). Retrieved 2020-03-30.
- Results