Slimane Moula décroche la 2e place
Summary of Slimane Moula’s Recent Performance
Zagreb Event Overview
Slimane Moula, a 26-year-old Algerian middle-distance runner, achieved notable success at the 75th Memorial Boris Hanzekovic, held in Zagreb, Croatia. He secured second place in the 800 meters with a time of 1:45.05, finishing just behind Britain’s Justin Davies, who claimed victory at 1:44.87. Croatian athlete Marino Bloudek completed the podium by taking third place with a time of 1:45.52.
Recovery and Preparation
This event marked Moula’s fourth official race since the start of 2025, a year he initially devoted to recovering from a severe injury sustained during the Paris 2024 Olympics. His commitment to rehabilitation and fitness made this performance particularly significant, as he had spent several months away from competitive racing.
Recent Races and Achievements
Moula made his competitive return in February, participating in the indoor meeting "Gold Ostrava" in Vitkovicie, Czech Republic, where he finished third with a time of 1:45.50. Just five days later, he demonstrated remarkable improvement by posting one of the best performances of the year, clocking 1:45.11 at the Metz indoor meeting in northeastern France. This time ranks as the third-best worldwide for the 800 meters in 2025.
In mid-May, during the Doha Diamond League event, Moula faced a strong field and secured fourth place with a time of 1:43.55. This result further highlights his rapid return to form following his extended hiatus from competition.
Conclusion
Slimane Moula’s recent races illustrate his determination and skill as he makes a comeback from injury. With each performance, he solidifies his status as a leading competitor in middle-distance running, looking ahead to future competitions.
