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World Athletics to allow 'development shoes' in races

Adidas Adeos Pro shoe. [photo courtesy]

World Athletics to allow ‘development shoes’, but not at Olympics

Athletes will be allowed to wear shoes still under development in international competitions and events where World Athletics rules apply, upon approval of the shoes’ specifications, after a rule change by the sport’s governing body.

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