Katarina Johnson-Thompson splits with coach Mike Holmes

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Katarina Johnson-Thompson has parted ways with her long-time coach Mike Holmes.

The 23-year-old heptathlete had been among the medal favourites for the Rio Olympic Games but placed sixth, a year after suffering disappointment at the Beijing World Championships where three fouls in the long jump ended her gold medal hopes.

The Liverpool Harriers athlete has worked with Holmes since 2008, but will now train towards the London 2017 World Championships under new guidance.

British Athletics confirmed the split, adding that Johnson-Thompson would be supported …

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