Keely Hodgkinson Wraps Up Campaign with Victorious Display at Athlos in New York
Hodgkinson recorded her fastest time of 1:54.61 last year in the British capital.
Keely Hodgkinson concluded her two-lap season with a win at the all-female Athlos event in New York on Friday night.
{The reigning Olympic champion, who secured third place at the World Championships last month, dominated an impressive win in 1:56.53 in what was just her sixth appearance in a year affected by a muscle issue.
Compatriot and global silver winner Georgia Bell finished second again in 1:58.33, while St Vincent's Shafiqua M. (one minute 58.57) secured third place.
"I haven't competed much this year so it was likely easier for me to compete and be motivated to perform," stated the 23-year-old.
"The environment at the event is crazy so it was really, really fun."
The female-exclusive meet packed Icahn Stadium in its second edition, introducing a party atmosphere to conventional athletics, with musical performances and special crowns substituting standard medals.
The 23-times tennis major winner Serena W., who is married to Athlos founder Alexis O., was on hand to present the winners with their tiaras.
Last year's winners received $60,000 (£44,603) - among the biggest cash prizes in track and field.
The competition also attracted several top athletes, as the Kenyan three-time Olympic gold medallist and global record breaker Faith K. triumphed in the mile race, finishing in 4:17.78.
American Brittany Brown, the 200m bronze medallist from the recent Paris Games, secured the sprint double.
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