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Sebastian Coe
Executive
President of World Athletics.
Notable Quotes
"It's a massive global sporting championship, and it felt appropriate to have an anthem that serves to inspire our audiences and fans across the world written and performed by one of the greats."View Story →
"It is an attempt to just start experimenting a bit and innovating, with an event that will determine who really is the best of the best."View Story →
"Our position hasn't changed. This isn't about politics or passports, it's about the integrity of competition."View Story →
"I believe that every position I've taken... it's about integrity and it's about competition."View Story →
"Nairobi presented a compelling and emotional bid."View Story →
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