The World Athletics Relays is all about working together as a team and pits nation against nation in an exciting two-day stadium event. Four exceptional individuals come together as a group to run for their nation’s pride. Ensuring the baton is passed successfully between athletes requires technical precision along with high speed racing. Teams race in various formats, including the relatively new mixed relays. Spectators can get behind both the athletes and their favourite nations, waving flags passionately as the thrills, and sometimes spills, of the drama unfolds.
Previous Edition: Yokohama, JPN 2019
Next Edition: Silesia, POL 2021
Bid process stage |
Official launch & Bid Guide shared |
Pre-qualification deadline |
Completed bid |
Council selection |
2023 World Athletics Relays |
November 2020 |
1 March 2021 |
1 June 2021 |
July 2021 |
You can download the event Bid Guide and Pre-Qualification Form from the 'Bidding' section here.