Coe Defends Choice of Qatar -- Federations Focus
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Israeli First At Judo World Champs -- Federation Focus
(ATR) Egyptian refuses to shake hands with gold medalist Sagi Muki.
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ASHTON EATON AND BRIANNE THEISEN-EATON NAMED AMBASSADORS FOR IAAF WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS DOHA 2019
TRAILBLAZING TECHNOLOGY TO GIVE SPORTS FANS A FRESH VIEW OF THE IAAF WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS DOHA 2019
Judo Event in The Hague Cancelled -- Federation Focus
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IAAF Upholds Russia Ban, Name Changes to World Athletics
(ATR) Fresh allegations of a doping-cover-up prompt IAAF to keep suspension of Russia in place.
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Qualifying Standards Approved for IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha 2019
Tickets for IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha 2019 On Sale
One-Year Countdown: Doha 2019 Showcases Stadium Air-Con System
(ATR) Qatari leaders speak about one year to go to the 2019 IAAF World Championships.
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Midnight Marathon Scheduled for Revamped World Championships
(ATR) The Qatari capital plans, among others, a midnight marathon for its 2019 World Championships
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