London Diamond League is pricing us out, say families
Summary
Families and fans say ticket prices for the London Diamond League athletics event are very high, with some seats costing up to £95, much more than in other cities hosting the same event. While organizers say the event is popular and has sold over 50,000 tickets, many people feel the prices make it hard for everyday fans to attend.Key Facts
- The London Diamond League is a major one-day track and field event held at London Stadium on 18 July.
- Tickets in London cost up to £95 for some adult seats, which is about 10 times more expensive than in other cities like Rome (£8.65) and Monaco (£14).
- Cheaper tickets (£26 for adults and £5 for children) are available but mostly in the upper tiers, with limited views.
- London Stadium was built for the 2012 Olympics and is now used by West Ham United football club.
- Some football fans say the stadium seats are far from the action, but the stadium says it has improved the experience.
- The average Premier League football ticket for top clubs is £74, which is less than some London Diamond League tickets.
- Critics say high prices exclude many fans and families from attending this athletics event.
- A student season ticket for another sport sometimes costs less per game than a single London Diamond League ticket.
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