Gallery of Champions 2026
World Masters Athletics proudly unveils its 2026 Gallery of Champions. They are WMA
Ambassadors, for they are both champions in their sport as well as in their community. With their stellar athletic performance and their ongoing commitment to making a difference in their communities, they are inspirational.
Photo Credit: Ryan Friedenberg
One of Australia’s most accomplished masters distance runners, John Meagher has excelled in road racing, cross country, track, and triathlon/Ironman for more than five decades.
His achievements include World Masters Championships gold medals, World and Australian records, and national titles across multiple age groups, establishing him as one of Australia’s leading endurance athletes
Courtesy Photo: Joe Appiah
One of the world’s leading Masters sprint hurdlers, Joe Appiah has won multiple World, European, and British titles while setting world records in the M50 and M55 categories.
His journey from late starter to world champion reflects resilience, excellence, and dedication to sport
Photo Credit Blake Wood
One of the United States’ leading Masters throwers, Scott Eriksson has become a dominant force in shot put and discus.
Since returning to competition in his mid-50s, he has won multiple World Masters titles, set American records, and established himself as one of the sport’s premier Masters field athlete
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Sofia Brotherton
One of the world’s most accomplished masters sprinters, Janelle Delaney has dominated the 200m and 400m events internationally for more than a decade.
A multiple World Masters champion and World Record holder, she is regarded as one of Australia’s leading masters track athletes.
Photo Credit: Lucien Chan
One of Hong Kong, China’s leading masters hurdlers, Leung Chi Cheong has developed into a World Masters champion and record holder in the sprint hurdles, representing Asia at the highest level.
WMA Gallery of Champions Contact:
Clara Northcott, Founder and Project Manager
clara.northcott@world-masters-athletics.org | +1 416-562-5900
