On which date is World Athletics Day celebrated?

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Answer

7 May

Explanation

World Athletics Day is celebrated every year on 7th May to encourage youth to participate in sports.

Key Points

  • > Theme of 2026: 'Sports Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers'
  • > It was started by the IAAF (now World Athletics)
  • > Its aim is to promote a healthy lifestyle through sports

Additional Information

  • World Athletics Headquarters: Monaco
  • Current President: Sebastian Coe
  • The first World Championships in Athletics was held in: 1983
DayDate
World Athletics Day7 May
National Sports Day (India)29 August
Olympic Day23 June
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