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Fürjes: World Athletics Championships shows global success of joining forces
Over 2,200 athletes from 195 countries competed at the event and the number of trainers and additional team members was well above 5,000.
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PM Orbán: Hungarians maintain an ‘everlasting’ union with sports
The prime minister said Hungarians had dedicated the World Athletics Championships to peace.
Speeches and Remarks
Welcome address by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at a reception celebrating the World Athletics Championships
26 August 2023 Budapest
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Fürjes: World Athletics Championship set to become worldwide success
Some 50 Hungarian athletes have competed so far, and many have set national records.
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NAV carrying out more spot checks during World Athletics Championships
NAV staff are checking for compliance with rules on the issue of invoices and receipts and on employee registration.
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Organizer: International interest in World Athletics Championships is huge
A huge countdown board has been set up in central Erzsébet Square showing the number of days left until August 19, the start of the event.
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Leading athletes lobby for 2023 World Athletics Championships to be held in Budapest
“We are convinced that organizing such a major international competition could not only boost Hungary’s reputation, but also stimulate young people’s interest in sports,” said the 12 athletes lobbying to keep the event in Budapest.
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IAAF announces Budapest as host of the World Athletics Championships in 2023
IAAF's announcement means Hungary will host the prestigious event for the first time, 25 years after holding a successful European championship in Hungary