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Lord Coe does not see Grand Slam Track as a threat to World Athletics

Lord Sebastian Coe, the president of World Athletics, has expressed that he does not view the proposed Grand Slam Track (GST) as a threat to the established track and field events. In an interview with Reuters, Coe highlighted that World Athletics has been proactive in enhancing the sport's appeal through innovations like the Ultimate Championship, which offers significant prize money and a unique format. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the sport's integrity and its traditional events while also adapting to modern audience expectations. Coe also mentioned that World Athletics is open to collaboration with new initiatives like GST, provided they align with the sport's values and do not fragment the athletics community. He believes that the sport's future lies in unity and innovation rather than in competition between different event organizers.

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