More Records Fall and History Is Made as the 2025 Virtus World Athletics Championships Concludes in Brisbane
The 2025 Virtus World Athletics Championships in Brisbane wrapped up in spectacular fashion, marking one of the most record-breaking events in Virtus Athletics history. Across the II1, II2, and II3 competition classes, athletes from around the world shattered World Records, delivered unforgettable performances, and embodied the true spirit of excellence, resilience, and inclusion.
II1 Events
The Italian Men’s 4x100m relay team — S. Bianca, F. Seck, M. Bertolaso, and N. Dieng — ignited the record-breaking momentum early, setting a new World Record of 43.26 seconds, a performance that electrified the stadium.
David Pineda Mejia (left) and Deepthi Jeevanji (centre in right photo, next to Lorri) at Brisbane 2025. Photo Credit: SIA
Spain’s superstar and Paris 2024 Paralympic silver medalist, David Pineda Mejia, continued his phenomenal form, smashing the Men’s 200m World Record with a stunning 21.37 seconds. Pineda recently captured the World title in the 400m at the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi — cementing his dominance on the global stage.
India’s history-making Paris 2024 Paralympic bronze medalist, Deepthi Jeevanji, thrilled fans once again, rewriting the record books with a breathtaking 24.62 seconds in the II1 Women’s 200m, setting a new World Record in Brisbane.
Spain struck gold again in the 4x400m relay, as Rodriguez, Rodriguez, Martinez, and Pineda set another World Record, clocking 3:19.12 seconds.
II2 Events
II2 Italian Men’s 4x100m Relay team. Photo Credit: FISDIR
The Italian II2 Men’s 4x100m relay team — E. Tridente, A. Piacentini, T. Capitani, and G. Zaramella — made history once more, powering to a World Record time of 58.31 seconds in a brilliant display of teamwork and precision.
Brazil’s Pedro Henrique continued his unstoppable streak, completing a hat-trick of World Records. After his earlier triumphs, he stormed to victory in the Men’s 200m, setting a new record of 27.30 seconds. His rivals, Benjamin Kalenjuk (AUS) and Andrea Piacentini (ITA), also finished below the previous record with 28.11s and 28.45s, respectively — underlining the incredible standard of competition.
Italy’s Giovanni Zaramella added another record for the Azzurri, setting a new II2 Men’s 800m World Record of 2:46.50 seconds. Spain’s Mikel García followed close behind, finishing in 2:54.58 seconds, also below the old record.
Virtus Global Games 2023 champion Chiara Zeni (ITA) added another title to her growing legacy, breaking the II2 Women’s 200m World Record with a time of 31.60 seconds.
II3 Events
The II3 category witnessed a spectacular last two days, with nine new World Records set by athletes with autism, underscoring the depth of talent in this class.
Siarne Davis (centre) sharing a podium moment with Emma Papantoniou (right) and Samya Goda (left) after winning II3 Javelin Throw. Photo Credit: SIA
Australia’s Siarne Davis stole the spotlight, rewriting history in two more throwing events. After setting the new mark for Javelin, Siarne went on to set two more records, with 37.60m in the Women’s Discus Throw and 8.59m in the Shot Put, completing a remarkable triple-record performance.
Australia continued its dominance as Kobi-Lee Dyer soared to 4.15m in the Women’s Long Jump, setting a new World Record. Claudia Flamini followed closely with 4.04m, also surpassing the previous record of 3.86m.
France’s Mathieu Bon added to the global celebration, leaping 6.07m in the II3 Men’s Long Jump to claim another World Record.
Sadie Graham-Mulveney (centre), Agnese Spotorno (left) and Kobi-Lee Dyer (right) posing with a medal after winning the II3 Women’s 100m dash. Photo Credit: SIA
Great Britain’s Sadie Graham-Mulveney continued to shine in the short distance by setting a World Record in 200m with 27.35sec.
Australia’s Emma Papantoniou set a new World Record in the Women’s 800m, clocking 2:55.41 seconds, later saying,
“I just wanted to have a good race at my first international championship, and anything after that would have been a bonus. So this gold medal is a bonus — and the World Record is even more. I’m very proud of myself.”
Italy continued its dominance as Federico Cabizza sprinted to a new Men’s 200m World Record with 23.44 seconds, followed by Great Britain’s Sadie Graham-Mulvaney, who set another record in the Women’s 200m with 27.35 seconds.
To close the championship in style, Italy’s Luca Venturelli raised his nation’s flag high, winning gold with a World Record in the Men’s II3 5000m, clocking 15:20.26 seconds.
As the curtain falls on the 2025 Virtus World Athletics Championships, Brisbane has witnessed a week of pure sporting brilliance — a celebration of unity, resilience, and excellence that will echo across the world.
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