Cam Myers wins Diamond League 1500m final with late surge in Brussels

Myers clocked 3:30.14 to edge Kenya's Phanuel Koech by 0.04 seconds in a thrilling finish.

Why it mattersAn Australian distance runner has beaten Olympic champions on the world's biggest track stage, signalling rare elite talent.

AustraliaAustralia has produced few elite middle-distance runners competing globally; Myers's breakthrough victory represents a generational breakthrough.

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Premier won't budge on Rockhampton Olympic rowing despite World Rowing doubts

Queensland's Premier says the Fitzroy River will host 2032 Olympic rowing despite doubts from World Rowing. Their approval has not yet come.

Why it mattersIf World Rowing or the IOC blocks the Rockhampton plan, Queensland would need a new venue. It must happen at the last minute. This would disrupt the 2032 Games schedule.