On Saturday, the global track and field community converges on Xiamen as the opening stop of the 2024 World Athletics Diamond League series. In its third consecutive year hosting, the coastal city transforms into a hotspot for speed, strength, and record-breaking drama.
A Global Lineup
Organizers have welcomed elites from more than 50 countries and regions, including 19 Olympic gold medalists, 27 world champions, and 10 world record holders, all vying for early-season glory in events ranging from sprints to pole vault.
Record-Breaking Legacy
Mondo Duplantis of Sweden delivered a jaw-dropping performance in Xiamen last year, pushing the pole vault world record to 6.24 meters. Fans are already buzzing: will this season bring another historic moment?
Home-Grown Talent to Watch
The Chinese mainland will send a talented squad including two-time world champion shot-putter Gong Lijiao, Asian 200m record holder Xie Zhenye, Paris Olympics discus silver medalist Feng Bin, Tokyo Olympics triple jump silver medalist Zhu Yaming, Paris Olympics shot-put bronze medalist Song Jiayan, national pole vault record holder Li Chenyang, and hurdles star Wu Yanni.
As stadium lights blaze and the starting gun fires, track fans across the globe will be watching to see which athletes rise to the occasion. Stay tuned for live updates and highlights from Xiamen.
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World Athletics Diamond League Xiamen stop to begin on Saturday
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