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World Athletics deems Grand Slam Track's future plans unconscionable
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Track and field's governing body has criticized the bankrupt Grand Slam Track league for considering funding future events before settling its debts. World Athletics emphasized the need to prioritize payments to athletes and vendors. The league's bankruptcy filings reveal over $40 million in liabilities.
The World Athletics Continental Tour will feature a record number of meetings in 2026, with more than 280 events divided into Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Challenger levels. Several nations will host meetings for the first time, including Egypt, Ethiopia, Korea, Lesotho, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. The tour includes 11 Gold-level meetings across five continental areas.
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World Athletics has introduced the Ultimate Fan Challenge, a global competition to identify the sport's most dedicated supporter ahead of the 2026 Ultimate Championship in Budapest. The initiative features quizzes on athletics knowledge and creative submissions, with winners earning a VIP trip including a meeting with Usain Bolt. Registration is now open at BeTheUltimateFan.com.
The 118th Millrose Games drew top track and field talent to The Armory in Manhattan on February 1, 2026. University at Albany Great Danes athletes achieved notable results, including top collegiate finishes and personal records. Professional competitors like Yared Nuguse and Elle St. Pierre highlighted the event's premier races.
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World Athletics has teamed up with Siemens Healthineers to provide point-of-care testing and diagnostic imaging at major athletics events. The collaboration aims to improve athlete safety during endurance competitions by enabling faster medical responses on-site. This initiative sets new standards in endurance medicine.