Keely Hodgkinson, the Olympic champion, has said an MRI scan has identified an "abnormality" in her hamstring and described herself as "built differently" in an update on her condition.
The 800m champion's revelation, made public by Hodgkinson herself, did not include detailed medical information about the nature or severity of the finding. Hamstring issues are a common concern for track athletes, and scans are frequently used to guide assessment and rehabilitation.
Hodgkinson's comments underline the reality many elite competitors face when imaging reveals unexpected structural variations. Medical teams normally use such scans alongside clinical assessment to decide on rest, physiotherapy, strengthening work or further investigation before returning an athlete to full training.
No further details have been released about Hodgkinson's training status or competition plans. Her supporters and athletics officials will be awaiting more information from the athlete and her medical crew on the potential impact of the scan findings and the next steps in her care.
As with many cases where imaging shows an abnormality, the implications can range from incidental findings with little practical effect to issues that require prolonged management; clarity typically follows further assessment and a planned rehabilitation approach. Hodgkinson has not announced a timeline for further updates.