The World Athletics Championship is the biggest track and field event of the year. Organised by World Athletics – formerly known as the International Association of Athletic Federations – the best athletes from around the globe convene every two years in a bid to earn a spot on the podium and have their name engraved on the gold medal.
The championships were launched in 1983, following the IAAF’s decision to separate it from the Olympic Games and host it as a biennial event. Since then, it has grown in stature, with the top athletes aiming to be crowned the world champion in their respective disciplines.
For many athletes, a victory at the World Championships is a career highlight. Athletes are able to display their full range of skills at the event, which tests both endurance and agility. Sprints – from the blink-and-you-miss-it 100m to the lung-busting 400m – showcase athletes’ pure speed and explosive power. Middle and long distances – such as the 800m and 10,000m – test an athlete’s ability to maintain a strong pace over several laps of the stadium. Jumps – including the high jump, long jump and triple jump – demonstrate an athlete’s amazing ability to fly through the air.
FloTrack offers exclusive coverage of all the action at the World Athletics Championship, with all events streamed live on our app and website for members. A FloTrack subscription also gives you access to the prestigious USATF Championship Series, which showcases Team USA, the world’s #1 track and field team.