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World Athletics’ 2023 Annual Report and Accounts also published.
The World Athletics Council confirmed the official timetable for the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25, set for September 13-21, where all road events will occur in the morning and other finals in the evening. Several key events are scheduled throughout the competition.
Sebastian Coe expressed excitement about returning to Tokyo, highlighting the prestigious nature of the event and the potential audience due to the city’s large population.
The qualification for the championships will involve a blend of entry standards and world rankings, aiming to qualify around 50% of athletes. Specific windows for qualifying events have been set, along with criteria for each track and field discipline.
Scheduled for March 21-23, 2025, the Indoor Championships will allow athletes to qualify in three ways: meeting entry standards, winning wild cards through the World Indoor Tour, or by performance rankings.
World Athletics released its 2023 report showcasing a strong year for the sport, with significant investments made in competitions and an overall flat revenue despite slight decreases in certain areas.
Various proposals were approved during the 235th Council Meeting, including mandatory safeguarding training for relevant personnel.