Josh Kerr emphasizes sponsorship issues after winning Ultimate Championship in Budapest
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:29 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Josh Kerr became Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by winning the 1500m at the Ultimate Championship in Budapest on September 14. Following his victory, Kerr obscured the Nike logo on his national kit, showcasing his Brooks-branded spikes instead. He highlighted the disparity in funding for athletes and the need for opportunities to represent personal brands. The new Ultimate Championship format focuses on individual titles without a country medal table, contrasting with traditional competitions that aggregate national achievements. Kerr’s comments may influence future discussions on athlete sponsorship and funding in athletics.
- •Kerr wins the 1500m at the Ultimate Championship.
- •He covers Nike logos to highlight sponsorship issues.
- •The event focuses on individual titles, not national rankings.
- •Kerr earned $150,000 for his victory.
- •Funding disparities in athletics draw attention from Kerr.
- 1:29 PMYahoo Sports — Brands v country - Kerr ramps up kit battle after latest victory
- 1:22 PMBBC Sport — Brands v country - Kerr ramps up kit battle after latest victory
"Josh Kerr celebrated becoming Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by making a clear point about funding in athletics - BBC Sport explains what the issue is.
"Josh Kerr celebrated becoming Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by making a clear point about funding in athletics - BBC Sport explains what the issue is.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 1:29 PMBrands v country - Kerr ramps up kit battle after latest victory
Josh Kerr celebrated becoming Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by making a clear point about funding in athletics - BBC Sport explains what the issue is.
- BBC SportSep 14, 2026, 1:22 PMBrands v country - Kerr ramps up kit battle after latest victory
Josh Kerr celebrated becoming Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by making a clear point about funding in athletics - BBC Sport explains what the issue is.
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