Sharlene Mawdsley

So far, 21 athletes have either qualified or are very close to – four more than in Rio 2016

First ever podium finish is secured after 4x400m team qualified for Olympics

Drama as Norwegian star reinstated after initial disqualification from 1,500m final

Majority who qualified were racing in standard running spikes according to rules

Ireland could send as many as 90 athletes to Japan – an increase on Brazil four years ago

Her performances help Castletroy to the senior girls’ team title at Tullamore