Alastair Chalmers aims for Olympic qualification in 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Alastair Chalmers, the British 400m hurdles champion, is targeting Olympic qualification next year. The 26-year-old, who reached the semi-finals in the 2024 Olympics, plans to run the qualifying standard by August 2027. He expressed commitment to training and improving his personal best of 48.30 seconds, aiming for a spot in the finals at the 2028 Games. Chalmers' recent victories include reclaiming the British title but he missed out on a Commonwealth medal this summer due to hitting a hurdle in the final.
- •Chalmers aims to qualify for the Olympics in August 2027.
- •He reached the semi-finals in the 2024 Olympic Games.
- •Chalmers recently reclaimed the British 400m hurdles title.
- •He missed a medal at the Commonwealth Games this summer.
- •His personal best of 48.30 seconds needs improvement for Olympic success.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Chalmers targets Olympic qualification in 2027
"British 400m hurdles champion Alastair Chalmers says he wants secure Olympic qualification next year.
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