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A host of Olympic champions, world champions, and reigning Wanda Diamond League titleholders will be in action on July 11, 2025, at Stade Louis-II.
Here’s a look at the evening’s key highlights:
18:50 – Women’s Shot Put
In the shot put circle, we’ll see some serious contenders. A duel between Chase Jackson, world champion, and Yemisi Ogunleye, reigning Olympic champion. They’ll need to watch out for Canadian Sarah Mitton, world indoor champion this winter and author of a 20.35m performance, along with her indoor runner-up Jessica Schilder, European indoor champion (20.47m this season). On the French side, combined events specialist Auriana Lazraq-Khlass, medallist at the recent European Championships in Rome, will come to learn from the best. A great opportunity for her, as she holds a 15.27m personal best in the rotational technique – rare enough to be worth mentioning.
19:10 – Men’s Pole Vault
With his 12th world record, Armand Duplantis reminded us — if there was any need — that he remains the undisputed king of pole vaulting. In Monaco, the Swede will aim for victory and to erase the memory of a difficult competition in 2023 (4th with 5.72m, far from his usual standards). Alongside him, a lineup worthy of a global final: Emmanouil Karalis, Olympic bronze medallist and 5.92m jumper this summer, Americans Sam Kendricks, Olympic silver medallist in Paris, and Christopher Nilsen, Menno Vloon, European indoor champion this winter, as well as Ernest John Obiena and Kurtis Marschall, 2nd and 3rd respectively at Budapest 2023. France will be represented by the tireless Renaud Lavillenie. The former world record holder, now 38, still has something in the tank, as shown by his 5.82m this season. The meet record (6.02m from 2019) could be under threat…
20:04 – Women’s 400m Hurdles
Femke Bol will be one of the stars of the evening. The Dutchwoman returns to the track where she made her Wanda Diamond League debut in 2020. Since then, she has blazed her own trail, racking up wins on the circuit and remaining undefeated over the 400m hurdles. She’ll have serious contenders trying to end her streak: Dalilah Muhammad, who clocked 52.91 this season, and Anna Cockrell, Olympic silver medallist in Paris. This high-level race could help Louise Maraval meet the qualifying standard for Tokyo.
20:15 – Women’s 400m
On the lap of the track, Olympic champion Marileidy Paulino will start as the clear favorite. She’ll face tough competition determined to challenge her for victory. Notable names include Aaliyah Butler, Olympic champion with the American 4x400m team, Natalia Bukowiecka, third at the Paris Olympics, and also Lieke Klaver and Rhasidat Adeleke, both looking to get their seasons back on track.
20:23 – Men’s 800m
The global two-lap event is on fire, and Monaco could continue the tradition with the presence of the very best in the world. Kenyan Emmanuel Wanyonyi, Olympic champion and 2025 world leader, aims to maintain his dominance. But nothing is set in stone, with Olympic silver and bronze medallists Marco Arop and Djamel Sedjati, the latter also the meet record holder, chasing closely. Behind them, a pack of credible challengers: Gabriel Tual, French record holder, Spaniard Mohamed Attaoui, Josh Hoey, world indoor champion, Bryce Hoppel, and Slimane Moula… Expect fireworks on the clock!
20:25 – Men’s High Jump
Last year, Hamish Kerr had an almost prophetic night in Monaco. After a marathon competition, he claimed victory over American Shelby McEwen, equaling his personal best (2.33m). A few weeks later, he repeated the feat at the Stade de France, writing one of the stories of the Olympic Games. This year, both athletes return to the runway at Stade Louis II. They’ll be up against the very best: Jan Štefela, winner at the European Team Championships (2.33m), Sanghyeok Woo (2.32m), Oleh Doroshchuk (2.30m), and Raymond Richards (2.30m). Who will rise to the occasion this time?
20:33 – Men’s 110m Hurdles
Judging by the start list, the 110m hurdles looks like a major championship final, packed with talent. Leading the charge is American Cordell Tinch, topping this season’s world list with an incredible 12.87. He’ll be joined by compatriots Grant Holloway, reigning Olympic champion and steadily improving this season, Trey Cunningham, who won in 13.00 in Paris, and Dylan Beard. Don’t count out Japan’s Rachid Muratake or Swiss star Jason Joseph, who just set a new personal best in Paris. France will be well represented too, with Sasha Zhoya, who smashed his PB early this season (13.06), and Wilhem Belocian, both chasing Tokyo qualification.
20:35 – Men’s Triple Jump
On the runway, the competition appears wide open. Based on season rankings, Jamaica’s Jordan Scott starts as the bookmakers’ favorite. But experience matters in this event, and that gives an edge to Pedro Pichardo, 2021 Olympic champion, although far from his best this year, and Andy Diaz Hernandez, European and world indoor champion this winter. Hugues Fabrice Zango will be one of the stars of the competition. In his final season, the reigning world champion remains a serious contender, with a 17.21m jump in Paris. This strong lineup could help Frenchman Thomas Gogois, bronze medallist in Rome last year, reach the qualifying mark for the Tokyo Worlds (17.13 vs 17.11 this season).
20:43 – Women’s 1000m
All eyes will be on Jessica Hull. The Australian, who broke the 2000m world record last year in Monaco, now returns to unleash her finishing speed over 1000m. She’ll be joined by strong contenders like Mary Moraa, Olympic bronze medallist over 800m in Paris, and Britain’s Jemma Reekie, 2024 world indoor silver medallist at 800m. France will be well represented with Agathe Guillemot, who broke the French 2000m record in the same race last year, Clara Liberman, European indoor medallist this winter, and Anaïs Bourgoin, bronze medallist in Rome last year and winner at the European Team Championships this past weekend.
20:58 – Women’s 100m Hurdles
The Americans stand out clearly, at least on the clock. On one side, Masai Russell, reigning Olympic champion, who set a new personal best of 12.17 this year. On the other, Grace Stark, who ran 12.21 at the Paris Meeting. But there are plenty of others ready to make their move: Devyne Charlton, double world indoor champion, Nadine Visser, also a regular on indoor podiums, Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, 2024 European silver medallist, and Giada Carmassi, who recently claimed the Italian record (12.69).
21:05 – Men’s 5000m
It’s a tightly packed field, including the Ethiopian trio of Biniam Mehary, Yomif Kejelcha, and Hagos Gebrhiwet. But keep an eye on Andreas Almgren. The Swede has made it clear he’s a force this year, having claimed the European records over both 10km and 5000m. Also in the mix: Dominic Lobalu, Swiss European 10,000m champion, and seasoned runners like Ronald Kwemoi, Olympic silver medallist, and Jacob Krop, third in Budapest. The French squad will be in the hunt too, led by Jimmy Gressier, who could once again break the national record and perhaps dip under 12:50. Also on the line: Yann Schrub, who secured his Tokyo spot, and Etienne Daguinos, who missed the standard by a single second in Paris… Revenge on the Rock?
21:27 – Men’s 200m
All eyes will be on Letsile Tebogo, Olympic champion last year in Paris. But the Botswanan hasn’t raced the distance since mid-May. Meanwhile, several athletes have gone sub-20. In Monaco, we’ll see Tapiwanashe Makarawu, African silver medallist last year and third in the world rankings this year, as well as Alexander Ogando and Jereem Richards, both clocking 19.86 this season. Also watch for young talent Xavi Mi-Ajok, who won in Madrid with a new PB of 20.01. Local athlete Téo Andant will use this race to sharpen his speed ahead of longer distances.
21:34 – Men’s 3000m Steeplechase
The steeplechase always brings surprises. On the start line: the second and third fastest performers of the year, Germany’s Frederik Ruppert (8:01.49) and Ethiopia’s Samuel Firewu (8:05.61). Looking to break through: Paris medallists Keneth Rooks, Olympic silver medallist, and his runner-up, Kenyan Abraham Kibiwot. France has a strong hand too, with Alexis Miellet, 2024 European champion, his Rome runner-up Djilali Bedrani, and Nicolas-Marie Daru, 13th in this year’s world rankings. All three have met the Tokyo qualifying standard.
21:52 – Women’s 100m
Over 100m, the sprinters are ready to unleash. Watch out for Julien Alfred, reigning Olympic champion, who clocked 10.75 this year — just three hundredths off her national record. The Saint Lucian sprinter won here last year and knows the track well. Her biggest threat could be Jamaican rising star Tina Clayton, who won her national title in 10.81. Also competing: American Aleia Hobbs (10.89), New Zealand’s Zoë Hobbs (10.94), and Maia McCoy, currently leading the Wanda Diamond League rankings.