Athletics is a collection of sporting events that include running, jumping, throwing, and walking. It encompasses a variety of disciplines, notably track and field events, road running, cross country running, and race walking. Competitions in athletics are often held in outdoor stadiums, although indoor events are also common. The term often refers to competitive sports that emphasize physical strength, speed, agility, and endurance. Athletics is one of the oldest forms of organized sport, with roots tracing back to ancient Greece and the Olympic Games. Athletes compete for personal bests and records, and events are frequently organized at local, national, and international levels. The governing body for athletics events globally is World Athletics, which oversees major competitions, including the Olympics and World Championships.
Japanese racewalker and Tokyo Olympic silver medalist banned for four years due to doping violations. The ban results from irrefutable evidence of blood doping despite the athlete’s denial and appeal.…