LA 2028 OLYMPICS: WORLD ATHLETICS UNVEILS TWO-ROUTE QUALIFICATION SYSTEM

World Athletics has confirmed the qualification system for the athletics events at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, scheduled to hold from July 15 to 30, 2028.

The framework, approved by the World Athletics Council, outlines the qualification windows, quota allocations and entry standards athletes must meet to secure places at the global sporting event.

Under the new arrangement, athletes will have two qualification pathways: meeting the required entry standards or securing places through the World Athletics Rankings. Approximately 40 per cent of available quota places will go to athletes meeting the standards, while the remaining 60 per cent will be determined by rankings.

The athletics programme will feature 48 events, comprising 23 men’s events, 23 women’s events and two mixed competitions. The mixed 4x100m relay will make its Olympic debut alongside the mixed 4x400m relay.