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German Sprinter Lisa Mayer to Retire After Tokyo World Championships

She cites fading motivation alongside the toll of injuries.

Overview

  • Lisa Mayer, 29, announced on Sept. 1 via Instagram that the Tokyo meet will be her final competition.
  • She is entered in the 100 meters and the 4x100-meter relay at the World Championships scheduled for Sept. 13–21.
  • The German athletics federation has nominated her for both events, confirming her place on the team.
  • Mayer highlighted a dwindling competitive “fire” and frequent injury setbacks in explaining her decision.
  • Her résumé includes 4x100-meter bronze at the Paris 2024 Olympics and relay gold at the 2022 European Championships in Munich, and she has not detailed post-retirement plans.