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European Athletics announced a €3.5 million prize purse for the 2028 Silesia Championships, the largest for any European Championships. This follows the World Athletics Ultimate Championships, which offered a US$10 million prize purse.
The 2028 calendar includes the LA Olympics, another Ultimate Championships, and a Diamond League season. The success of these events shows athletes can compete year-round. However, the challenge is now attracting athletes to all the championships. Read more racing coverage.
European Athletics is increasing its prize money, offering €30,000 for gold medals and €40,000 for the top-eight finishers in each event. Relay teams will share the prize money. Related: 2028 European Championships to Offer Record £3m Prize Fund.
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What should runners know about Record Prize Purses Set for 2028 Track and Field Championships?
European Athletics and World Athletics boost prize money for athletes in 2028. European Athletics announced a €3.5 million prize purse for the 2028 Silesia Championships, the largest for any European Championships. This follows the World Athletics Ultimate Championships, which offered a US$10 million prize purse.
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Runner World published this brief on September 25, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated September 25, 2026.
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This summary is based on reporting from Canadian Running. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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