Keely Hodgkinson slams 'ridiculous' scenario as she demands two rule changes Olympic gold medallist Keely Hodgkinson has had an impressive year but the Team GB star wants two rules to be addressed Team GB sensation Keely Hodgkinson has urged organisers to introduce two rule changes after highlighting difficulties she encounters at athletics competitions. The 800m Olympic gold medallist has enjoyed an exceptional year so far. Hodgkinson broke a new indoor world record in February and secured the 800m crown at the World Indoor Championships the following month. The 24-year-old recently maintained her impressive form as the outdoor season commenced. She posted a new 400m personal best at the Diamond League meeting in Rome earlier this month. Days later, Hodgkinson established a new national 800m record in Stockholm. Yet the Olympic champion has named two rules she believes should be changed in athletics. Hodgkinson demanded earlier start times and fewer competitors in 800m races after detailing problems that were affecting her preparation and performance on the track. JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! All the best sports news and much more on our dedicated Facebook page Discussing her Diamond League experiences on her YouTube Channel, Hodgkinson said ahead of the Rome meeting: "We need to put a limit on, no races past 9.30pm. 10pm latest. "The men's hundreds are at 11pm. What the hell? And no more than 10 people in an 800m [race], thank you. Really important, that. People are falling over left, right and centre. And then some people are running way further than 800m because they're having to run in lane three. "You can't even say, 'It gets you ready for the championship.' No, because there's never going to be 13 people in a championship race. Thank you. That is my two piece on that for today." Hodgkinson shared her
Keely Hodgkinson slams 'ridiculous' scenario as she demands two rule changes
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