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Malay Mail
27-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
London aims to replicate 2017 success with bid to host 2029 World Athletics Championships
LONDON, April 27 — London is preparing a bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, organisers announced yesterday. A joint venture involving UK Athletics, the Great Run Company and London Marathon Events has completed a feasibility study ahead of submitting a formal expression of interest to World Athletics in September. The bid is contingent on securing £45 million (RM258 million) in government support for delivery. If successful, it would be the first time London has hosted the event since 2017, which boasted a sold-out stadium for every session. UK Athletics president Denise Lewis, who was part of the team that secured that edition, said: 'London 2017 showed the world what this city and this country can do. 'It was an incredible example of how we can unite behind a vision — full stadiums, global energy, and a lasting impact. I was proud to help bring that event to life, and I know we can do it again in 2029.' Athletic Ventures was launched in April 2024 with the aim of maximising the expertise of the three organisations involved to create a more sustainable future for the sport in the UK. According to its feasibility study, the 2029 championships would generate an economic and social impact of more than £400 million. Lewis is optimistic the campaign will be able to secure government support. 'Yes, these are challenging times, but it's precisely in moments like these that sport can lift us — economically, socially, emotionally,' she said. 'With the right backing, we can create a World Athletics Championships in 2029 that leaves a legacy to be proud of.' — AFP
News18
27-04-2025
- Business
- News18
London Set To Bid To Host 2029 World Athletics Championships
Published By : AFP Last Updated: If successful, it would be the first time London has hosted the event since 2017, which boasted a sold-out stadium for every session. London is preparing a bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, organisers announced on Saturday. A joint venture involving UK Athletics, the Great Run Company and London Marathon Events has completed a feasibility study ahead of submitting a formal expression of interest to World Athletics in September. The bid is contingent on securing £45 million (52.5 million euros, $59 million) in government support for delivery. If successful, it would be the first time London has hosted the event since 2017, which boasted a sold-out stadium for every session. UK Athletics president Denise Lewis, who was part of the team that secured that edition, said: 'London 2017 showed the world what this city and this country can do. 'It was an incredible example of how we can unite behind a vision – full stadiums, global energy, and a lasting impact. I was proud to help bring that event to life, and I know we can do it again in 2029." Athletic Ventures was launched in April 2024 with the aim of maximising the expertise of the three organisations involved to create a more sustainable future for the sport in the UK. According to its feasibility study, the 2029 championships would generate an economic and social impact of more than £400 million. Lewis is optimistic the campaign will be able to secure government support. 'With the right backing, we can create a World Athletics Championships in 2029 that leaves a legacy to be proud of." First Published: April 27, 2025, 08:56 IST
The Star
26-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Athletics-London hoping to host 2029 World Athletics Championships
(Reuters) -London hopes to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, UK Sport, the Mayor of London and Athletic Ventures announced on Sunday ahead of the 45th running of the London Marathon. A formal expression of interest will be submitted to World Athletics in September, with the bid contingent on securing 45 million pounds ($59.91 million) in government support. A feasibility study projects a record-breaking economic and social impact of over 400 million pounds, UK Athletics, Mayor Sadiq Khan and Athletic Ventures said in a statement on Sunday. Athletic Ventures is a joint venture between UK Athletics (UKA), Great Run Company and London Marathon Events. London followed up on the 2012 Olympics by hosting a successful world championships in 2017, with sell-out crowds for all the evening sessions at the Olympic Stadium. "London 2017 showed the world what this city and this country can do," said UKA President Denise Lewis, who was part of the team that secured the 2017 bid. "It was an incredible example of how we can unite behind a vision — full stadiums, global energy, and a lasting impact. I know we can do it again in 2029." Sunday's London Marathon provided the springboard for the announcement, with 56,000 runners expected to take part. The bid for 2029 is part of a wider vision to redefine the delivery of major international events in the UK, said Lewis, the Olympic heptathlon gold medallist in 2000 in Sydney. Birmingham in England has been selected to host the 2026 European Athletics Championships. ($1 = 0.7511 pounds) (Reporting by Lori Ewing; Editing by Ken Ferris)
Straits Times
26-04-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
London hoping to host 2029 World Athletics Championships
London hopes to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, UK Sport, the Mayor of London and Athletic Ventures announced on Sunday ahead of the 45th running of the London Marathon. A formal expression of interest will be submitted to World Athletics in September, with the bid contingent on securing 45 million pounds ($59.91 million) in government support. A feasibility study projects a record-breaking economic and social impact of over 400 million pounds, UK Athletics, Mayor Sadiq Khan and Athletic Ventures said in a statement on Sunday. Athletic Ventures is a joint venture between UK Athletics (UKA), Great Run Company and London Marathon Events. London followed up on the 2012 Olympics by hosting a successful world championships in 2017, with sell-out crowds for all the evening sessions at the Olympic Stadium. "London 2017 showed the world what this city and this country can do," said UKA President Denise Lewis, who was part of the team that secured the 2017 bid. "It was an incredible example of how we can unite behind a vision — full stadiums, global energy, and a lasting impact. I know we can do it again in 2029." Sunday's London Marathon provided the springboard for the announcement, with 56,000 runners expected to take part. The bid for 2029 is part of a wider vision to redefine the delivery of major international events in the UK, said Lewis, the Olympic heptathlon gold medallist in 2000 in Sydney. Birmingham in England has been selected to host the 2026 European Athletics Championships. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
26-04-2025
- Business
- Reuters
London hoping to host 2029 World Athletics Championships
April 27 (Reuters) - London hopes to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, UK Sport, the Mayor of London and Athletic Ventures announced on Sunday ahead of the 45th running of the London Marathon. A formal expression of interest will be submitted to World Athletics in September, with the bid contingent on securing 45 million pounds ($59.91 million) in government support. The Reuters Daily Briefing newsletter provides all the news you need to start your day. Sign up here. A feasibility study projects a record-breaking economic and social impact of over 400 million pounds, UK Athletics, Mayor Sadiq Khan and Athletic Ventures said in a statement on Sunday. Athletic Ventures is a joint venture between UK Athletics (UKA), Great Run Company and London Marathon Events. London followed up on the 2012 Olympics by hosting a successful world championships in 2017, with sell-out crowds for all the evening sessions at the Olympic Stadium. "London 2017 showed the world what this city and this country can do," said UKA President Denise Lewis, who was part of the team that secured the 2017 bid. "It was an incredible example of how we can unite behind a vision — full stadiums, global energy, and a lasting impact. I know we can do it again in 2029." Sunday's London Marathon provided the springboard for the announcement, with 56,000 runners expected to take part. The bid for 2029 is part of a wider vision to redefine the delivery of major international events in the UK, said Lewis, the Olympic heptathlon gold medallist in 2000 in Sydney. Birmingham in England has been selected to host the 2026 European Athletics Championships. ($1 = 0.7511 pounds)
