
Yomif Kejelcha Breaks Men's Half Marathon World Record
Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha has broken the men's half marathon world record, completing the race in 56 minutes and 51 seconds at a World Athletics road race in Buenos Aires.
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Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha has broken the men's half marathon world record, completing the race in 56 minutes and 51 seconds at a World Athletics road race in Buenos Aires.
Sebastian Coe, president of World Athletics, has advised the organizers of the LA28 Olympic Games to maintain a delicate balance with the U.S. government, keeping politicians involved but not in control.
The Russian Athletics Federation has filed a fresh legal challenge with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the sanctions imposed by World Athletics. Russia is seeking to overturn the 'unprecedented' penalties.
Russia has filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to challenge its total exclusion from international athletics competitions by World Athletics due to the war in Ukraine.

A prominent world athletics star has arrived in Zagreb for the Hanžeković Memorial, a prestigious event that has consistently attracted top international athletes for decades.

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.

Pole vault world record holder Mondo Duplantis has written and performed the anthem for the inaugural Ultimate Championships, with World Athletics releasing the music video.

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe has cautioned against political influence in sports, citing the FIFA World Cup and upcoming LA Olympics as examples where such interference must be kept in check.
Nairobi has officially submitted its bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

World Athletics has maintained its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing in international athletics events, continuing sanctions against the two nations.

World Athletics is actively seeking to improve pregnancy support for its athletes. The organization is working on initiatives to better assist pregnant athletes.

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…
Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics, spoke about political interference, investment funds, and FIFA's credibility at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe has pledged to defend the organization's stance in court after Russian Athletics lodged a new claim at the Court of Arbitration for Sport to challenge sanctions.

London has officially submitted its bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, competing against cities like Rome, Munich, and Nairobi.
The international athletics federation has confirmed the extension of its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from competitions, citing the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. This decision ensures their continued exclusion from global sporting events.
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.