Back-to-back victories for Rumesh Tharanaga

Saturday, 20 June 2026 - 9:00

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Rumesh Tharanga secured first place in the men's javelin throw event at the 2026 Doha Diamond League athletics championship.

His recorded performance stood at 88.68 meters.

This marks his second consecutive Diamond League victory.


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