The process to found World Athletics began in Stockholm, Sweden, on 18 July 1912 soon after the completion of the
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World Athletics is headed by a president. The World Athletics Council has a total of 26 elected members, comprising one president, four vice-presidents (one senior), the presidents of the six area associations, two membe… See more

To allow athletes of different ages to compete against athletes of similar ability, several age categories are maintained. The open class of competition without age limit is defined as "senior". For younger athletes, World Athle… See more

World Athletics provides approval certificates to venues of athletic facilities: Class 1, Class 2 and Indoor. To receive certification, venues are required to submit measurement reports of their track and field facilities. … See more

World Athletics organizes many major athletics competitions worldwide.
Formerly IAAF World Championships in Athletics Known as the World Athletics Half Marathon Championships before 2023, except for i… See more

The organisation hosts the annual World Athletics Awards, formerly the World Athletics Gala until 2017, at the end of each year to recognise the achievements of athletes and other people involved in the sport. Mem… See more