Keely Hodgkinson withdrew from the 400m final at the UK Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
The Olympic 800m champion made the decision to avoid taking any risks ahead of her summer goals.
## What happened?
Keely Hodgkinson was on track for her pre-race warm-up before walking off, visibly emotional.
She explained she wasn't feeling 100 per cent and made the tough decision to step away.
## Why it matters for Keely Hodgkinson
The 24-year-old has ambitions to break athletics' longest-standing world record this summer.
Her training partner Georgia Hunter Bell won the women's 800m final in a championship-record 1:55.93.
Keely Hodgkinson's withdrawal was precautionary, with sources stating she felt tightness but was not injured.
## What comes next?
Keely Hodgkinson will focus on her summer goals, including potentially breaking the 800m world record.
Her performance at the UK Championships was a precautionary measure to ensure she's in top shape.
The Olympic champion has shown promising form, having run 51 seconds low for the 400m previously.
Georgia Hunter Bell offered support, saying she'd go chat with Keely Hodgkinson to see what's wrong.
Keely Hodgkinson's decision to withdraw was a tough one, but necessary to avoid any risks.
The UK Athletics Championships continued without her, with other athletes competing for top spots.
Keely Hodgkinson's summer goals remain a priority, and she'll work towards achieving them.
The Olympic champion's fans will be eager to see her back in action soon.