IAAF sets steep 2020 qualifying standards
Friday, March 22, 2019
However, the new qualifying standards are seen as way too tough.
The qualification window has been extended by two months for most events, which would see the start period brought forward to May 1, 2019 instead of July 1.
The fees have been doubled from the previous amounts and raise concerns about political participation accessibility and democratic representation principles.This significant fee increase prompts questions regarding its impact on grassroots democracy.On one hand, the fees act as a filter, ensuring only serious contenders enter the race, potentially reducing frivolous candidacies and generating crucial campaign funds. The BDP argues that aspiring...