Keely Hodgkinson discusses unique hamstring tendon discovery in Budapest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Keely Hodgkinson revealed an abnormality in her body after an MRI showed she has two hamstring tendons. This discovery came following a grade 2C hamstring tear sustained before the European final. Hodgkinson is evaluating how this condition affects her performance as she prepares for her final race of the season in London at Athlos. Despite challenges with injuries over the past two years, she remains focused on breaking the 800-meter world record after finishing second to Audrey Werro at the World Athletics Ultimate Championships.
- •Hodgkinson confirmed being 'built different' after MRI results.
- •She suffered a grade 2C hamstring tear before the European final.
- •Her unique condition is still being assessed for its advantages and disadvantages.
- •She races at Athlos in London, concluding her season.
- •Hodgkinson aims to break the long-standing 800m world record.
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — Keely Hodgkinson reveals she is ‘built different’ after shock MRI discovery
"‘We’re trying to figure out if it’s a strength or a weakness,’ she says
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