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; a formal expression of interest will be submitted to World Athletics in September, with the bid contingent on securing 45 million pounds in government support Last Updated: 27/04/25 10:24am The London Stadium could host the World Athletics Championships in 2029 London is preparing a bid to bring the World Athletics Championships back to the capital in 2029, organisers have announced. Athletic Ventures - the joint organisation between UK Athletics (UKA), 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 £45m in government support for delivery and, if successful, would be the first time London has hosted the event […]