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World Athletics Head Coe awaits India's bid for 2029 championships


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Published in Sports and Competition on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 at 9:05 GMT by Business Standard   Print publication without navigation

  • World Athletics President Sebastian Coe says his organisation will "await with interest" India's expected bid for the 2029 World Championships but indicated that there will be tough competition from other countries to get the hosting right of the showpiece.

Sebastian Coe, the President of World Athletics, has expressed his anticipation for India's potential bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships. Speaking at the Sportstar National Sports Conclave in Mumbai, Coe highlighted the importance of India's involvement in global athletics, noting that the country has a significant role to play in the sport's future. He mentioned that while India has not yet submitted a formal bid, there is a strong interest from the Indian side, and he is hopeful that India will step up to host this prestigious event. Coe also praised the growth of athletics in India and the enthusiasm of its fans, suggesting that hosting such an event could further boost the sport's popularity and development in the country.

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