Dina Asher-Smith says she is now a “stronger athlete” and will compete in May’s Birmingham Diamond League before defending her world and European titles this summer.
The 26-year-old British 100m and 200m record holder’s hopes of Olympic glory at Tokyo 2020 were dashed by injury.
“That’s behind me now and my focus is on the busy summer ahead,” he said.
Asher-Smith is the current 200m world champion and current European champion in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relays.
“Last year was full of emotional ups and downs, but I think I’m a stronger athlete now because of it,” Asher-Smith said.
“I was in great shape at the start of the season and heartbroken that I couldn’t compete to my full potential in Tokyo, but I was also incredibly proud to come home with a relay medal and end my year on such a strong note.”
The London-born sprinter was part of the Team GB quartet to claim bronze in the 4x100m relay at Tokyo 2020 and Rio 2016.
Asher-Smith failed to reach the 100m final in Tokyo and withdrew from the 200 m with a hamstring injury.
He now focuses on the 100m at Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium on May 21.
“I’m really looking forward to returning to Birmingham for the first time since 2019 and starting my season in the best way possible – happy and with great support at home,” added Asher-Smith.
She will defend her 200m title at the World Championships in Eugene in the US from July 15-24, and her three European golds from August 15-21 at the Munich Olympic Stadium.
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