Olsson to take on Idowu in Aviva Grand Prix

FORMER Olympic triple jump champion Christian Olsson will return to action next February - where he'll take on new world champion Phillips Idowu.

COMEBACK: Christian Olsson has not competed at a major international event since winning the European triple jump title in 2006

Olsson has not competed at a major international event since winning the European title in his home town of Gothenburg in 2006.

The 29-year old has since struggled with a succession of injuries and even hinted at retirement after being forced to miss the defence of his Olympic title.

However, he'll return to action at the Aviva Grand Prix at Birmingham's National Indoor Arena, the venue where he won the world indoor title six years ago.

"Staying healthy is my priority, but if I can then who knows what I might be able to achieve," said Olsson.

"A number of guys have been jumping well, Phillips is one of them.

"Of course I am looking forward to coming back and renewing that rivalry with him; he's not the world indoor and outdoor champion for nothing and you always want to beat the best."