The meeting was highlighted by Faith Kipyegon's 1:58.26 victory in the 800 metres, done in an unusual negative split of 60.8 seconds for the first lap followed by 57.4 seconds for the final lap.[1]
Athletes competing in the Diamond League disciplines earned extra compensation and points which went towards qualifying for the Diamond League finals in Zürich. First place earned 8 points, with each step down in place earning one less point than the previous, until no points are awarded in 9th place or lower.[2]