“Lingering injuries & continuous setbacks made it increasingly difficult to train & perform at the level I expect from myself. Following yet another recent roadblock, I’m saddened to share that I’m unable to finish out this season.” It wasn’t a single fall or dramatic injury that sidelined her, but the slow toll of burnout. After a marathon 2024 season of 26 races, mostly 400m and relays, her body simply ran out of fuel. Adeleke herself spoke of “ lingering injuries” and chose not to take the risk. It happens, especially in a post-Olympic year. Still, not everyone agrees with her call. Sonia O’Sullivan, for one, has voiced strong criticism.

Former world champion Sonia O’Sullivan wrote that Adeleke was “ not being entirely open or honest” and that she thought the Dubliner had mad

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