AW Magazine

6 December 2024

The latest issue of AW, out on November 28, is a bumper 116-page review of 2024. The winners of the AW Readers’ Choice Awards are revealed and, without giving away too much away, pole vault star Mondo Duplantis has done rather well in the annual poll! An exclusive interview with the two-time Olympic champion delves into his unforgettable world record-breaking performance in Paris and shines a light on how he goes about dominating his event. All the award winners across the categories are interviewed and profiled in depth, allowing us the chance to look back at an eventful year through the eyes of those who were right in the thick of the action. A picture special section also highlights some of the most memorable moments from the major championships. Photographer Mark Shearman is no stranger to capturing the greatest athletes at work, having done so since 1962, but after covering 14 Olympic Games he has decided to call time on his remarkable career. We feature Mark’s life in pictures and highlight some of his amazing work. As well as the interview packed pages, Paul Freary and the testing team select their favourite running shoes of this year, as well as offering up some Christmas gift ideas for the athletes in your life. As ever our performance section offers expert advice and training ideas, not to mention a revealing chat with highly experienced endurance coach Andy Hobdell. Along with the usual excellent writing from regular columnists and so much more, it’s the perfect way to round off another brilliant year in athletics.