shot put
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As a result, long distance events such as the 3,000m steeplechase and 10,000m, and field events such as the shot put and discus, have been left out.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
The heptathlon continues later with the shot put and 200m events completing the first day of competition, before the long jump, javelin and 800m take place on Saturday.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
By the way, despite medical treatments, B.P.J. recently won a state championship in girls shot put.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Massey later defended her shot put title with a throw of 52-9.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2026
Twice the Angelic maneuvered out of the path of a torpedo, and then, with a well directed shot, put the submarine out of the battle.
From The Boy Allies with Uncle Sam's Cruisers by Clair W. (Clair Wallace) Hayes
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