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Athletics events expected to make waves in 2026

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Agnes Ngetich leads in women's 10,000m race during the World athletics championship trials at the Ulinzi Sports Complex. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Athletics casts are spoilt for choice as an action-packed 2026 offers numerous opportunities for them to continue to rule the roost.

From the World Cross Country Championships set for Tallahassee, Florida next week, to the inaugural Ultimate Championships in September and Diamond League series as well as World Marathon Majors, the athletics arenas are ready for tantalizing action this year.

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