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Kenny Bednarek claims sprint double at World Athletics Ultimate Championships

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Kenny Bednarek claims sprint double at World Athletics Ultimate Championships

Summary

Kenny Bednarek of Wisconsin secured victories in both the 100 and 200 meters at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest, Hungary. He set a world-best time of 19.52 seconds in the 200 meters on September 13, surpassing his previous personal best. Earlier, he won the 100 meters on September 11 in an upset, finishing in 9.85 seconds. The event, which allows unlimited participants per country, offers winners a cash prize of $150,000, totaling $300,000 for Bednarek. Notable athletes such as Usain Bolt and Noah Lyles were present at the event, although Lyles was unable to compete due to injury.

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By the Numbers

•Bednarek sets a new personal best of 19.52 in the 200 meters.
•He won the 100 meters in an upset with a time of 9.85 seconds.
•The championships took place on September 11 and 13 in Budapest, Hungary.
•Event winners receive $150,000, bringing Bednarek's total earnings to $300,000.
•Noah Lyles, a top sprinter, was sidelined due to a hamstring issue.

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Kenny Bednarek coasted to victory in the 200 meters in Hungary at the World Athletics Ultimate Championships, following his upset win in the 100.
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