Athletics - World Athletics Championships – Discus Throw Men - London Stadium, London, Britain - August 4, 2017. Piotr Malachowski of Poland reacts after his throw. REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach
LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champion Piotr Malachowski signalled his intent to retain his discus title by qualifying for the final at the first attempt in the World Championships on Friday.
The Pole, twice Olympic silver medallist, achieved his place in Saturday’s final with a throw of 65.13 metres at the London Stadium, the qualifying mark being 65 metres.
