2021 Prefontaine Classic

The 2021 Prefontaine Classic was the 46th edition of the annual outdoor track and field meeting in Eugene, Oregon, United States. Held on 20-21 August at Hayward Field, it was the eighth leg of the 2021 Diamond League – the highest-level international track and field circuit.

2021 Prefontaine Classic
Dates20-21 August 2021
Host cityEugene, Oregon, United States
VenueHayward Field
Level2021 Diamond League
Events13
2019
2022

The meeting was highlighted by American records from Athing Mu (in the women's 800 m) and Courtney Frerichs (in the women's 3000 m steeplechase, becoming the first American to run under 9 minutes).[1] Sifan Hassan attempted the 5000 metres world record, but did not achieve it.[2][3]

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Athletes competing in the Diamond League disciplines earned extra compensation and points which went towards qualifying for the Diamond League finals in Zürich. First place earned 8 points, with each step down in place earning one less point than the previous, until no points are awarded in 9th place or lower.[4]

Diamond Discipline

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Promotional Events

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National Events

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References

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  1. ^ "Athing Mu and Courtney Frerichs Set American Records at the 2021 Prefontaine Classic". Runner's World. 23 August 2021. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
  2. ^ Winter, Karl. "Pre Classic Distance Night: Hassan Falls Well Short in Women's 5000 WR Attempt, Francine Niyonsaba Wins Women's 2 Mile in 9:00, Craig Engels Celebrates Early and Loses Men's International Mile". LetsRun.com. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
  3. ^ Hansen, Chris. "Records fall as Prefontaine Classic returns to Hayward Field". USA TODAY. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
  4. ^ High-powered head-to-heads on tap in Shanghai - IAAF Diamond League. IAAF (2019-05-16). Retrieved 2020-03-30.
Results
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