🔗 Share this article Keely Hodgkinson Wraps Up Season with Winning Display at Athlos Meet in New York The athlete achieved her fastest time of one minute 54.61 seconds last year in London. Keely Hodgkinson concluded her 800m season with a win at the all-female Athlos event in NYC on Friday night. {The current Olympic gold medallist, who secured third place at the World Championships last month, dominated an outstanding victory in 1:56.53 in what was just her sixth appearance in a year impacted by a hamstring injury. Fellow Briton and world silver medallist Georgia Bell finished second again in 1:58.33, while St Vincent's Shafiqua Maloney (1:58.57) claimed third. "I haven't competed much this year so it was probably less of a struggle for me to go out there and want to give it something," said the 23-year-old. "The atmosphere at the event is incredible so it was extremely enjoyable." The female-exclusive event filled the stadium in its second edition, bringing a party atmosphere to traditional track, with musical performances and Tiffany & Co. crowns replacing standard medals. The tennis legend with 23 major titles Serena W., who is married to the founder of Athlos Alexis Ohanian, was present to present the winners with their tiaras. Last year's winners received $60,000 (£44,603) - among the biggest cash prizes in track and field. The event also drew some of the sport's biggest names, as Kenya's triple Olympic champion and world record holder Faith Kipyegon triumphed in the mile race, crossing the finish line in 4:17.78. American Brittany B., the 200m bronze winner from the recent Paris Games, secured the 100m and 200m double. Related Topics Athletics More on This Story Athlete transitions to 800m with excitement