London loses bid to host 2029 World Athletics as Nairobi named host
London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.
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"Nairobi presented a compelling and emotional bid."
— Sebastian Coe , Executive
"We are deeply disappointed that the 2029 World Athletics Championships will not be held in London."
— Jack Buckner , Executive
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London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.
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