Ambassador Adams Highlights Promising Talents at WIC Kujawy Pomorze 26

Valerie Adams is a four-time world indoor champion. She claimed her last indoor title in Sopot in 2014.

Now back in Poland, Adams attends the World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 26 as a World Athletics ambassador. The three-day meet begins on Friday (20).

Events to watch

As Ambassador Adams, she drew attention to promising talents at WIC Kujawy Pomorze 26. She listed five events she expects to be especially compelling.

Women’s shot put

Adams named the women’s shot put her primary pick. She expects a close battle among Sarah Mitton, Chase Jackson, Yemisi Ogunleye and Jessica Schilder.

Women’s high jump

The contest between Nicola Olyslagers and Yaroslava Mahuchikh attracted her interest. Adams said their competitions shift from calm to intense quickly.

Men’s 60m hurdles

Trey Cunningham was singled out among the hurdlers. Adams warned that the short 60-metre race is fast and can be dangerous.

60m sprints — men and women

She highlighted both the men’s and women’s 60m sprints. Adams praised the indoor sprint events for their unpredictability and excitement.

Men’s pole vault

Mondo Duplantis was listed as a must-watch athlete. Adams noted his ability to achieve ambitious goals and push limits.

Adams expects extraordinary performances across the championships. She said she looks forward to experiencing the action firsthand with spectators in Poland.