News Archive
Great Field Makes Pre Classic 400 Hurdles A Tossup
The last two athletes to have earned No. 1 world rankings in the men’s 400-meter hurdles are just the beginning for the Prefontaine Classic.
Barshim Aiming Higher at Pre Classic
Mutaz Essa Barshim will return to the Prefontaine Classic, where he set the high jumping world on fire in 2013.
Stars Align for Women’s 5k at Pre Classic
Gold medalists and world record holders will be lined up for a stellar women’s 5000 at the Prefontaine Classic.
Discus Giants Ready to Unleash at Pre Classic
The two longest throwers of the last 15 years highlight a world-class men’s discus field at the Prefontaine Classic.
World-Class Moms to Renew Javelin Rivalry at Pre Classic
Gold medals are back in focus for the world’s best women’s javelin throwers at the Prefontaine Classic. Two of the best have very young fans.
Pre Classic Full of Aces in Steeplechase
Every fan loves a winning hand, and that's what the Prefontaine Classic is dealing in the men's Steeplechase--the best in the world in a field that includes the gold, silver, and bronze medalists from the most recent Olympics Games and World Championships.
Air Lavillenie Ready to Fly Again at Pre Classic
Renaud Lavillenie should have his own runway. The dominating pole vault world record holder and Olympic gold medalist is returning to the Prefontaine Classic.
World’s Best Women Long Jumpers on Board for Pre Classic
Reigning Olympic and World Champion gold medalist Brittney Reese will be challenged by an incredible long jump field when she returns to the Prefontaine Classic.
Pre Classic Presents the Battle of the Shot Golds
A gold medal appears to be the price of admission into the men’s Shot Put at the 41st Prefontaine Classic at historic Hayward Field on May 29-30.