Jakob Ingebrigtsen retracts derogatory remarks but criticizes Cole Hocker
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 7:47 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
Jakob Ingebrigtsen has issued a partial apology for labeling his rivals “losers” and a “bunch of cowards” following the men’s 1500m Diamond League final held on Friday. The double Olympic champion faced scrutiny after making the disparaging comments immediately following the race. While apologizing for the broader characterization of his competitors, Ingebrigtsen maintained his specific critique of Olympic champion Cole Hocker. According to Ingebrigtsen, his frustration stems from Hocker’s tactics during the event, specifically requesting a high pace and utilizing a personal pacemaker before allegedly hiding behind other runners. Ingebrigtsen stated that he and Hocker have since discussed the matter following the conclusion of the race. The comments highlight lingering tensions in the elite 1500m field following the recent Olympic competition.
- •Jakob Ingebrigtsen apologized for calling his 1500m competitors losers and cowards.
- •The remarks followed a Diamond League 1500m final on Friday.
- •Ingebrigtsen continues to label Cole Hocker as cowardly regarding his race tactics.
- •Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Cole Hocker discussed the conflict after the race concluded.
- 7:47 PMThe Guardian Sport — Ingebrigtsen sorry for calling 1500m rivals ‘losers’ but maintains Hocker ‘acted cowardly’
"Fiery Diamond League comments partially walked back On Hocker: ‘Cole and I talked it through after the race’ The double Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen has issued a part-apology for calling his rivals “losers” and a “bunch of cowards” after a spicy men’s 1500m Diamond League final on Friday. However, Ingebrigtsen has continued to maintain that he was still right to accuse the Olympic 1500m champion Cole Hocker of cowardice – because he asked for a strong pace and swapped in his own pacemaker only to then hide behind others in the race. Continue reading...
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