Athletics NZ is pleased to announce that five athletes have been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2026 World Athletics Race Walking Team Championships, which are set to be held in Brasilia, Brazil, on 12 April 2026.
U20 Women’s 10km Race Walk:
Alysa Brown, Selwyn Athletic Club, Coach Rozie Robinson
U20 Men’s 10km Race Walk:
Ari Bennett, Ashhurst Athletic and Harrier Club, Coach Rozie Robinson
Senior Men’s Half Marathon Race Walk:
Jonah Cropp, Sumner Running Club, Coach Rozie Robinson
Lucas Martin, Whanganui Club, Coach Mark Harris
Toby O’Rorke, Egmont Athletics, Coach Rozie Robinson
Team Management
Rozie Robinson – Team Lead
We wish the team all the best for their preparations for the championships, and we look forward to seeing their performances in Brasilia.
Read more about the event here