Canada’s Sarah Mitton was stripped of her Diamond League shot put title in Zurich after her winning throw was disqualified on protest.
Canadian Star’s Title Revoked in Zurich
Canadian shot putter Sarah Mitton had her Diamond League Final victory overturned on Wednesday after officials disqualified her top throw. The decision followed a protest lodged during the Weltklasse Zürich meet in Switzerland, leaving the Brooklyn, N.S., native bumped from first to third place.
The Disputed Throw
Mitton’s second-round attempt initially measured 20.67 metres, appearing to secure her the win. However, judges later ruled she had stepped outside the throwing circle before the shot landed, a technical violation that nullified the mark. Her next best throw of 19.99 metres left her trailing the competition.
Who Claimed the Trophy
The adjustment reshuffled the podium. The Netherlands’ Jessica Schilder was declared champion with a best of 20.26 metres, while American Chase Jackson, a two-time world champion, moved into second at 20.08 metres.
How the Protest Succeeded
Meet organizers confirmed the protest was submitted within the 30-minute deadline. After video review, officials upheld the claim, stripping Mitton of the Diamond League Trophy. Schilder will formally receive the title at Zurich’s Letzigrund Stadium on Thursday.
What This Means for Mitton
For Mitton, 29, the decision was a tough setback in a season that has already seen her ranked among the world’s best. The Canadian will now turn her focus to the World Athletics Championships, scheduled for Sept. 13–21, where she is aiming to add to her 2023 silver medal from Budapest.
Why This Moment Matters
The controversy highlights the high stakes of elite athletics, where split-second technical calls can alter careers and records. Mitton remains a contender on the global stage, but Wednesday’s ruling serves as a reminder of the unforgiving precision demanded in international competition.
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