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Reigning Olympic, world champ Camryn Rogers wins fifth national hammer throw title

OTTAWA — Camryn Rogers has secured her fifth national title. The Richmond, B.C., native had a top throw of 77.30 metres to win the women's hammer throw event at the Canadian track and field championships on Thursday. Jillian Weir of Kingston, Ont.
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Camryn Rogers reacts after throwing in the Senior Women's Hammer Throw during the Canadian Track and Field Championships in Ottawa, on Thursday, July 31, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby

OTTAWA — Camryn Rogers has secured her fifth national title.

The Richmond, B.C., native had a top throw of 77.30 metres to win the women's hammer throw event at the Canadian track and field championships on Thursday.

Jillian Weir of Kingston, Ont., finished second with a mark of 72.61.

Jinaye Shomachuk of Airdrie, Alta., placed third with 65.18.

Rogers, the reigning Olympic and world champion, set a new national record with 78.88 metres on July 5 at the Prefontaine Classic on the Diamond League circuit.

The 26-year-old will look to defend her world title at the world championships in Tokyo from Sept. 13-21.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 31, 2025.

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