Beijing wins bid to host 2027 World Athletics Championships

The World Athletics Council has confirmed that Beijing will be hosting the World Athletics Championships in 2027. This decision marks a significant return for the athletics world to Beijing, nearly two decades after the city's successful orchestration of the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2022 Winter Games.

The World Athletics Council came to the decision of Beijing hosting the World Athletics Championships during its 234th meeting in Glasgow.

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe highlighted Beijing's successful bid, noting the city's previous experience in hosting the 15th edition of the championships and emphasizing China's position as a major sports market.