COE'S GOLD MEDALLISTS TO CASH IN

Published date11 April 2024
Publication titleDaily Star (England)
All 48 track and field champions in Paris will receive $50,000 (£39,400) after World Athletics said it will become the first federation to financially reward its stars

But the decision may cause tension with the International Olympic Committee as it represents a seismic shift away from the Games' amateur origins.

World Athletics president Seb Coe (left) described it as a "pivotal moment" that underscores their "commitment to empowering the athletes".

And Coe revealed that he has not spoken to IOC chief Thomas Bach about the idea but hopes it will be welcomed.

"The world has changed and it is really important that where possible we give money to athletes," Coe said, adding that he had "no concern" that the Games' ethos will be compromised.

"I do understand the nature of the transition we've been in and we're now operating in a completely different landscape, a completely different planet, from when I was competing."

The governing body has set aside $2.4m (£1.9m) of its revenue share from the IOC for the...

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