36-Year-Old World Record Falls to Ukrainian Race Walker Lyudmila Olyanovska

Lyudmila Olyanovska Shatters a Decades-Old World Record

According to Главком: Ukrainian race walker Lyudmyla Olyanovska has set a new world record in the 1-mile event, surpassing a previous mark that had stood for 36 years. The competition, part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver series, took place in Austria, where Olyanovska recorded an impressive time of 6:10.09. This performance beats the former record by more than six seconds, a benchmark that had remained unbroken since 1990.

Earlier in February 2026, Olyanovska also set a world indoor record in the 5,000-meter race walk, further cementing her dominance in the discipline.

Ukraine’s Tennis Team Advances to Billie Jean King Cup Quarterfinals

In other sports news, Ukraine's women's tennis team is preparing for the quarterfinals of the Billie Jean King Cup, where they will face Belgium. A victory would set up a semifinal matchup against Italy. The final stage matches of the Billie Jean King Cup are scheduled for September 22–27 in Shenzhen, China.

• Kazakhstan will face Spain
• Czech Republic will play Great Britain

Olyanovska’s latest world record highlights her exceptional achievements in race walking and adds to the growing prestige of Ukrainian athletics on the global stage. Meanwhile, the promising performance of Ukraine’s tennis team reflects a broader trend of rising competitiveness and professionalism among Ukrainian athletes, which bodes well for the future of sports in the country.

As Ukrainian athletes continue to make headlines, the recent recognition of the country’s top performers by NOC adds to the excitement surrounding their achievements. This acknowledgment not only highlights the remarkable talent within Ukraine but also sets the stage for future competitions, showcasing the nation's growing prowess in various sports. To learn more about the athletes who have excelled this month, check out the full story on Ukraine's standout sports figures.