What You Need to Know About the World Athletics Ultimate Championship
The World Athletics Ultimate Championship, to be held in Budapest, draws attention with its massive prize pool and innovative format.
Set to take place in Budapest and bringing together the best in the sport, the World Athletics Ultimate Championship is preparing to break new ground in the organizational calendar with its prize pool, qualification criteria, and special trophy system.
A Brand New Organizational Format
Held every two years, the event will feature 13 individual disciplines—eight on the track and five in the field for both men and women—along with two relay competitions.
Entry Requirements and Qualification
While Paris 2024 Olympic champions, reigning world champions, and Diamond League winners earn direct entry to the event, athletes can also secure spots through world rankings or special invitations.
The Highest Prize Pool in History
The organization holds the distinction of being the richest event in sports history with a total record prize pool of 10 million dollars, and individual winners will be awarded 150 thousand dollars.
Special Trophy System Instead of Medals
Instead of traditional medals, every athlete invited to the event in Budapest will receive a special participation insignia, and the winners will own a special trophy to which this insignia can be attached.
New Relay Format
The mixed 4x100m relay will make its first appearance at a global senior championship, and a national quota rule will apply in this category with only one team competing per country.
Key Stars and Figures
While Usain Bolt was chosen as the Ultimate Legend of the organization, Mondo Duplantis prepared an anthem, and Tara Davis-Woodhall along with other names assumed various roles.