New calendar likely because of climate change - Coe
Summary
The World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe, suggested changing when Olympic sports events are held due to climate change. At the recent World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, athletes faced high temperatures and humidity. Coe believes these conditions impact athlete performance and safety.Key Facts
- World Athletics may need to change the sports calendar because of climate change.
- Athletes at the Tokyo event faced temperatures over 30°C and high humidity.
- Coe mentioned that marathons might need to be held at different times to protect athletes.
- Coe cited research showing 70% of athletes feel climate change affects their training.
- The World Athletics Championships had nine days of competition in Tokyo.
- Gene testing was conducted for all athletes in the female category, and it will continue.
- The tests used a cheek swab, and specific athlete details remain confidential.
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