ATHLETICS/2026 WORLD MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS: Noélie Yarigo crowned Masters World Champion in the 800m in Daegu
Beninese athletics is once again in the spotlight on the international stage. On Monday, August 24, 2026, the iconic middle-distance runner Noélie Yarigo won the gold medal in the 800 meters at the 26th World Masters Athletics Championships in Daegu, South Korea. Competing in the W40 category (40-44 years old), the Beninese athlete triumphed in the final with a time of 2 minutes, 10.55 seconds.
This victory continues a remarkable career at the highest international level. Already a historic bronze medalist at the 2024 World Indoor Championships in Glasgow and holder of a personal best of 1:58.48, the Beninese athlete confirms her exemplary longevity and consistency.
Event: 800 meters (W40 Final)
Official Time: 2:10.55
Location: Daegu, South Korea (Competition from August 22 to September 3, 2026)
Recent performances in 2026: French Championship title in the 800m before her World Masters title.
After her victory, Noélie Yarigo expressed her gratitude to her supporters, her family, and the Beninese sports authorities, emphasizing that passion and daily hard work prevail over the test of time. This world title confirms her status as a major ambassador for Beninese sport and an African benchmark in middle-distance running.
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