Summary

  • GOLD - Katarina Johnson-Thompson wins heptathlon title after thrilling 800m race

  • Briton beats American Anna Hall by 20 points overall after brilliant competition

  • BRONZE - Britain's Zharnel Hughes runs 9.88 seconds to win 100m medal in photo finish

  • American Noah Lyles wins gold in 9.83 seconds and Letsile Tebogo of Botwsana takes silver in 9.88

  • Laura Muir, Katie Snowden and Melissa Courtney-Bryant into Tuesday's 1500m final

  • Josh Kerr and Neil Gourley make men's 1500m final but Elliot Giles misses out

Live Reporting

Matthew Henry

  1. Who should I look out for?

    BBC Sport

    GB’s medal hopes are lead by Zharnel Hughes who holds the fastest 100m time this year, smashing Linford Christie’s 30 year British record in June.

    800m specialist Keely Hodgkinson and Dina Asher-Smith, the fastest British woman on record, will also be looking to add to Britain’s medal tally.

    Other global names competing include Sweden’s pole vault world champion Armand Duplantis, Kenyan long distance star Faith Kipyegon and the USA’s sprinting ace Noah Lyles.

    Hughes breaks men's 200m British record

  2. Get Inspired: How to get into Athletics

    BBC Sport

    Why get into athletics?

    Athletics offers a wide range of sport and the opportunity to throw, run or jump.

    Who is it for?

    Everyone. The different disciplines suit different body shapes and sizes.

    Is there a cheap option?

    As long as there is space for a race, you can practise athletics.

    Is there a disability option?

    The various impairment categories in athletics make the activities widely accessible.

    Starting out young

    England Athletics Funetics scheme introduces 4-11 year-olds to the fundamental skills, Scotland Athletics offers Run, Jump, Throw for ages 5-12, while Welsh Athletics and Athletics Northern Ireland have great networks to get you started.

    What can I get involved with?

    Running

    Sprint races include the short, sharp 100m and 200m. Sprint hurdles (100m for women, 110m for men) adds having to clear a number of barriers, to the powerful running. There's also the one-lap 400m race and the 400m hurdles.

    Middle distance running develops stamina and steady pacing - go for a run with some friends and you'll soon see a difference in your fitness levels.

    In the 800m runners sustain their pace around two laps of the track. In the 1500m and 3,000m it's more tactical, to ensure you can get round without fading at the end.

    There are lots of opportunities to take part in 10k races, half marathons and marathons every year, take a look on the Run Britainwebsite for more.

    It requires stamina and some mental strength, too. On the track, it's 5,000m and 10,000m while the 26.2 miles of the marathon is a massive test of mental and physical endurance.

    Throwing

    Throwing needs good upper-body strength combined with balance, technique and strong legs and core. Put all that together to propel the shot put, javelin, discus or hammer as far as you can.

    Your local club will be able to provide you with any specialist equipment to give the events a try.

    Cross Country

    Cross-country running is a great way to connect with the outdoors. It usually takes place in the winter, and while there is no set distance races usually fall into the long-distance category. Be ready to get muddy, it's all part of the fun!

    Jumping

    Jumping comes in long jump, triple jump, high jump, and the pole vault. Long and triple develop strength and speed while high jump needs flexibility to clear the bar.

    Heptathlon and Decathlon

    Decathlon (men) consists of 10 events and heptathlon (women) seven. Both really test your endurance and skills. You'll need stamina, strength and technique to score as many points as possible over a multi-day competition.

    Disability Athletics

    Para-athletics uses a classification system that groups athletes based on their ability. Track events include all Olympic and Paralympic distances. Field disciplines comprise shot, discus, javelin, club throwing (for athletes with a high level of impairment), plus long jump, high jump and triple jump. Some events are specific to particular classifications. If you are looking to start in para-athletics, the Parallel Success programme from British Athletics offers great opportunities.

    DIY and Youth Athletics

    Schools across the UK have their own athletics competition each year at the annual sports day where kids (and parents) can try out some of the different disciplines. By adding fun elements (who doesn't love the egg-and-spoon race?) everyone can have some fun while learning the fundamental skills of the sport. But these don't have to be a once-a-year treat. All you need is a park and some props and you can create your own mini games whenever you like.

    Sportshall athletics also gives youngsters an enjoyable way to try running, jumping and throwing activities as they take their first step into athletics.

    'It's given me my confidence back'