Beijing World Standards Set for Elite-Only Athletics
New elite-only entry standards have been established for the Beijing World athletics event.
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New elite-only entry standards have been established for the Beijing World athletics event.

World Athletics has formally rejected a proposal from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to lift the ban on Belarusian athletes. This decision maintains the current restrictions on Belarus's participation in international athletics competitions.

The head of the London Marathon has urged West Ham to demonstrate 'heart and soul' in supporting London's bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, amid concerns the club could hinder Britain's chances.

World Athletics has rejected the requests of 11 athletes to switch their national allegiance to Turkey, citing concerns over a recruitment drive. This decision impacts athletes, including some from Jamaica, who sought to represent Turkey.

World Athletics announced plans to launch a standalone World Marathon Championships starting in 2030, with Athens, Greece, identified as a potential host for the inaugural event.

A big day for Miltos Tentoglou, as the Greek long jumper will participate in the long jump final at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Toruń. His only goal is a third medal, having already...

Oleh Doroshchuk, a 24-year-old Ukrainian athlete, has won the gold medal at the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships in the city of Toruń, Poland.

British sprinter Amy Hunt on inspiring female athletes to get university degrees as she prepares to compete at the World Athletics Indoor Championships.

World Athletics, the global governing body for athletics, has rejected the International Olympic Committee's recommendation to lift sanctions on Belarusian athletes.

Ghana's relay team secured a spot in next year's World Athletics Championships, but a report details alleged sabotage by the Sports Ministry and Ghana Athletics that impacted their performance.

A total of 24 athletes will represent Nigeria at the championships, with the team comprising a mix of experienced performers and emerging talents. The post NSC charges Nigerian athletes to excel at…

World Athletics has rejected the applications of 11 elite athletes seeking to switch their nationality to Turkey, citing that the requests were part of a 'coordinated recruitment strategy' by the Turkish government.

Anand Mahindra has lauded Odisha's 'flywheel' approach as the Indian state successfully secured the bid to host the 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships.
Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics, has described the organization's decision to award two upcoming World Indoor Championships to Asian hosts as a strategic move.
Kenyan athletes Oketch and Tinega have successfully qualified for the final in the World Athletics Indoor Championships, with Oketch being only the second Kenyan woman to compete in the 400m category.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted restrictions on Belarusian athletes, allowing them to return to international sports after sanctions imposed in 2022 due to the invasion of Ukraine. While Russia remains banned, World Athletics has rejected the IOC's proposal to lift the ban for its sport.
Lord Sebastian Coe stated that World Athletics has a responsibility to 'enable' the development of super shoes, despite ongoing concerns about their impact on athletic performance.

World Athletics has officially blocked 11 requests from athletes seeking to transfer their national allegiance to Turkiye. The decision prevents these athletes from competing under the Turkish flag.

The Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June, “should conditions allow,” amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

American teenager Cooper Lutkenhaus triumphed in the 800-meter race, becoming the youngest world champion in athletics at 17 years old.

Greek pole vaulter Emmanouil Karalis is competing in the final of the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Toruń, Poland, aiming for a medal.

Great Britain's Jeremiah Azu failed to successfully defend his world indoor 60m title, as he finishes fourth in the final with America's Jordan Anthony winning gold at the World Athletics Indoor…