Kenya has a doping crisis – so why has it been awarded the World Athletics Championships?

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Nairobi becomes the first African city to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, though the decision brings renewed focus to local doping concerns.

Nairobi has been awarded the 2029 World Athletics Championships, making it the first African city to host the global event, while Munich secured the 2031 tournament. London's bid for the 2029 event ended in disappointment, leaving British bid organizers feeling gutted by the double rejection. The announcement by World Athletics president Sebastian Coe also raised fresh scrutiny regarding Kenya's ongoing challenges with a doping crisis.

Why it matters

Hosting the World Athletics Championships is one of the most prestigious honours in global sport, and awarding it to an African nation marks a major milestone for geographical representation in athletics.

What outlets agree on

Nairobi has been officially named as the host city for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, and Munich has been selected for the 2031 event, defeating rival bids including London.

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