Athletics
Davies steps aside at IAAF
Nick Davies, a leading official at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), will step aside while an investigation takes place into an email he sent regarding allegations of Russian doping ahead of the 2013 World Championships in Moscow.
Leaked email turns spotlight on IAAF as Russian doping saga rumbles on
A senior official at the International Association of Athletics Federations planned to delay naming Russian doping cheats in the run up to the governing body’s 2013 World Championships in Moscow, according to a leaked email published by French newspaper Le Monde.
Former IAAF chief denies funding Sall’s Senegal presidential bid
Former International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) president Lamine Diack has denied giving money to finance Macky Sall’s successful bid to become the President of Senegal, in the latest twist to the Russian doping scandal in athletics.
Rusada purges senior staff as date set for first visit of IAAF taskforce
All leading officials at the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (Rusada) have stepped down, while the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) taskforce dedicated to the reform of the suspended All-Russia Athletic Federation (ARAF) is set to make its first visit to the country from January 10-15.
IAAF outlines criteria for reinstatement of Russian Athletics Federation
The International Association of Athletics Federations has today (Friday) outlined the terms of reference for its taskforce dedicated to the reform of the suspended All-Russia Athletic Federation (ARAF), with IAAF president Sebastian Coe stating the conditions leave “no room for doubt”.
Prosecutors to probe award of 2021 IAAF Worlds
Financial prosecutors in France are investigating the controversial decision to award the 2021 International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships to the US city of Eugene.
Bidders step forward for IAAF events stripped from Russia
International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) president Sebastian Coe has praised the support of national associations after confirming that the world governing body has received seven letters of interest in staging two events that were stripped from Russia.
IAAF unveils new World Indoor Tour
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has unveiled its new World Indoor Tour, which will replace the governing body’s Indoor Permit series in the New Year.
Kevin Roberts Comment: IAAF needs more than just words to get out of current crisis
When Lord Sebastian Coe took the helm of the International Association of Athletics Federations he knew he wasn’t signing up for a tranquil voyage.
IAAF opens new bidding process for events stripped from Russia
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has opened up a new bidding process for the reallocation of two of its events in the wake of Russia’s recent suspension from the sport.
Coe seeks to take Diamond League to ‘next level’
International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) president Sebastian Coe has vowed to take the Diamond League to the “next level” after being elected chairman of Diamond League AG, the company which oversees the running of the annual invitational circuit.
IAAF suspends top Athletics Kenya officials
The Ethics Commission of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has today (Monday) issued provisional suspensions to three senior officials from Athletics Kenya (AK) amid allegations concerning anti-doping practices and corruption at the national governing body.
IAAF defends anti-doping practices, backs Radcliffe
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has issued a staunch defence of its anti-doping practices and has rallied behind British marathon legend Paula Radcliffe, as it prepares to face a UK Culture Media and Sport Select Committee inquiry into ‘Blood Doping in Athletics’ next week.
Coe to quit as Nike ambassador
Sebastian Coe, the president of the International Association of Athletics Federations, has quit his ambassadorial role with sportswear company Nike.
Russia accepts full suspension from IAAF
The Russian Athletics Federation (ARAF) has today (Thursday) accepted its ban from the sport as International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) officials prepare to face questions on the doping and corruption crisis that has dominated headlines over recent weeks.
European athletics associations form joint venture
The five European athletics associations of France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK have established a joint venture to pursue commercial and event-hosting opportunities on a pan-European basis.
Coe denies lobbying claims over 2021 IAAF Worlds
International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) president Sebastian Coe has denied claims that he lobbied his predecessor, Lamine Diack, over the award of hosting rights for the governing body’s 2021 World Championships.
IAAF fires back at renewed criticism over award of 2021 World Championships
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has fired back at fresh criticism surrounding the contentious awarding of its 2021 World Championships to the US city of Eugene.