(PRIMASPORT) Andy Diaz Hernandez, winner of the World Indoor, Diamond League, and European Championships titles in the triple jump, has been included in the shortlist for the title of World Athlete of the Year 2026. The official announcement was made by World Athletics, which highlighted how the Cuban jumper reached a height of 18.15 meters, placing him fourth in the all-time world rankings for the event.
The award will be presented on November 29th in Monaco, and the nominations were selected by an international jury of experts. The nominees include 10 male and 10 female athletes, chosen based on their outstanding performances at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships, World Athletics Series events, one-day meeting circuits, "Label" road races, and other international events held throughout the year. (PRIMASPORT)
