Johnson-Thompson, Asher-Smith Withdraw From Commonwealth Games

Olympic silver medalist Katarina Johnson-Thompson has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games due to injury. The heptathlete, who secured a silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics, will not compete in Birmingham.

Joining Johnson-Thompson on the sidelines is sprinter Dina Asher-Smith. The 200m European champion has also withdrawn from the Games, citing an injury. Her absence will be felt in the women's 100m and 200m events.

Both athletes' withdrawals represent significant blows to the Great Britain team's medal prospects in athletics. Further details regarding the specific nature of their injuries have not been disclosed.