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Alfred Pulls Out of Tokyo 200m with Hamstring Strain
Julien Alfred, 24, sustained a Grade 1 hamstring strain during the 100m final and withdrew to prioritize health and rehabilitation for the upcoming 2026 season, officials said.
- Saint Lucian sprinter Julien Alfred has been forced to withdraw from the 200 metres event at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo due to a hamstring strain.
- Alfred sustained a grade one hamstring strain after finishing in third place in the 100m final on September 14, which led her to withdraw from the 200m heats scheduled for September 17.
- Alfred, aged 24, previously ran the fastest 200m time of the year at 21.71 seconds in London in July and won 100m gold and 200m silver at the 2024 Paris championships.
- Agent Henry Rolle confirmed that Alfred's season has come to an end, rehab is underway, and they are taking all necessary precautions to prevent any further injury.
- The 2025 world championships marked the end of the global track and field season, after which Alfred began rehabilitation and looks forward to competing in 2026.
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