Roje Stona Set to Headline Men’s Discus Throw at Boris Hanžeković Memorial
Jamaica’s Roje Stona, the reigning 2024 Olympic discus champion, is set to headline the men’s discus throw at the 74th Boris Hanžeković Memorial, where he will face some of the world’s top athletes in the sport.
Fresh off his Olympic victory with a record-setting 70.00-meter throw, Stona has been training intensely in Zagreb. He is ready to end his season on a high note at the SP Mladost stadium on September 8.
"I’m giving this my all since it’s my final season competition," Stone stated. "The same elite group from Paris will be here, so I expect tough competition with some long throws. Weather permitting, I aim to break the meeting record of 68.87 meters. Last week, I managed 67.85 meters, so my goal is to push beyond 68 meters, maybe even more."
Stona’s path to victory won’t be easy, as he faces stiff competition from former world champion Kristjan Čeh. Čeh, who has thrown 70.48 meters this year and boasts a personal best of 71.86 meters, claimed victory in Zagreb last year with a throw of 68.48 meters and is a strong contender for the title.
The competition will also feature Matthew Denny, the 2024 Olympic bronze medalist, who has recorded a 69.35-meter throw this season, and Reggie Jaegers III, with a season-best of 69.16 meters. Croatia’s own Martin Marković, the nation’s top discus thrower, adds to the excitement, making this a highly anticipated event where throws could surpass 70 meters.
Conclusion
The men’s discus throw at the 74th Boris Hanžeković Memorial promises to be an exciting event, with Roje Stona and his competitors vying for the top spot. With the Olympic champion and other top athletes in the sport, this event is sure to be a thrilling competition.
FAQs
- When and where will the men’s discus throw take place?
- The event will take place on September 8 at the SP Mladost stadium in Zagreb, Croatia.
- Who is the reigning Olympic champion in the men’s discus throw?
- Roje Stona, a Jamaican athlete, is the reigning Olympic champion in the men’s discus throw.
- Who are some of the top competitors in the men’s discus throw at the 74th Boris Hanžeković Memorial?
- The event will feature Roje Stona, Kristjan Čeh, Matthew Denny, Reggie Jaegers III, and Martin Marković, among others.