Jakob Ingebrigtsen criticizes Josh Kerr for missing European Championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:16 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Jakob Ingebrigtsen reignited his rivalry with Josh Kerr, stating that athletes like Kerr, who miss major championships, are 'ruining' athletics. Ingebrigtsen, back from an Achilles injury, won gold in the 5,000m in Birmingham. Kerr, who set a mile record recently but opted out of the European Championships, cited injury risks for his absence. Ingebrigtsen expressed disbelief over Kerr prioritizing records over titles, arguing that competition in championships is essential for the sport's integrity. The rivalry builds as both athletes prepare for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, where they will face each other again.
- •Ingebrigtsen won 5,000m gold at the European Championships
- •Kerr set a men's mile record at the London Diamond League
- •Kerr missed the European Championships due to injury concerns
- •Ingebrigtsen criticized Kerr's prioritization of records over titles
- •The rivalry escalates ahead of the 2024 Olympics in Paris
- 8:16 AMYahoo Sports — Jakob Ingebrigtsen claims rival Josh Kerr ‘ruining’ athletics by missing European Championships
"Ingebrigtsen made his comeback from injury by winning 5,000m gold in Birmingham and has now reignited his rivalry with the Scot
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