BBC Sports Personality of the Year Winner and Olympic golden girl, Keeley Hodgkinson is set to host an exciting new athletics meet in the West Midlands that will see her attempt to break the world 800m record later this month.

The ‘Keeley Klassic’ will see a whole host of world-class British athletic talent descend on the Utilita Arena Birmingham, in what is tipped to be an “unmissable event”.

The celebration of track and field events will cumulate in Keeley making an historic attempt on the longstanding world 800m short track record.

The current world record of 1.55.82, was set by Jolanda Ceplak of Slovenia on March 3 2002, the very day that Keely was born, giving her an added incentive to attempt the record, Keeley said.

The meeting will combine elite competition with an electrifying atmosphere, enhanced by a blend of music and athletics that promises to captivate spectators and athletes alike.

Keeley said: "I'm beyond excited to announce the Keely Klassic, my first track race since becoming Olympic Champion.

"This event is all about bringing energy, passion, and top-tier athletics to the fans.

“It will be an unforgettable experience for everyone involved, with some of the UK's best athletes competing, and a special focus on the 800m.

“I'm also thrilled to attempt to break the world record – this is an opportunity for me to take my career to the next level while giving back to the sport that has given me so much."

Keeley's unforgettable 2024 season saw her finish the year unbeaten, with the crowning achievement being securing the gold medal at the Paris Olympics.

The Keeley Klassic will mark her first track race since her Olympic triumph, kicking off an exciting new chapter in her illustrious career.

She added: "We want to make this event an experience like no other – for athletes and fans alike.

"We're creating an atmosphere that fuses the intensity of world-class sport with the energy and excitement of live entertainment

“I can't wait to be part of this new chapter, and I'm excited for fans to witness history in the making."

The Keeley Klassic is set to take place on Saturday, February 15 at the Utilita Arena.

More information about the lineup of athletes joining Keeley can be found on Instagram.