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The World Athletics Ultimate Championship features straight finals, spotlighted events, and a $10 million prize pot. Athletes from Britain, Jamaica, and the United States are expected to excel.
Key events include the Mixed 4x100m final, Women's high jump, Men's 400m semi, and Men's hammer throw. Notable athletes include Eleanor Patterson, Yaroslava Mahuchikh, and Bence Halász. Read more racing coverage.
The championship concludes with the Men's 100m final, Women's 400m hurdles final, and Men's javelin final. World record-holders and Diamond League champions are set to compete. Related: Ultimate Championship to Offer $10m Prize Money in Budapest.
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A comprehensive guide to the track and field events in Budapest this weekend. The World Athletics Ultimate Championship features straight finals, spotlighted events, and a $10 million prize pot. Athletes from Britain, Jamaica, and the United States are expected to excel.
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Runner World published this brief on September 11, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 11, 2026.
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