Track mess leads to Golden Prix downgrade

Friday, August 08, 2025 | 110 Views |

The problem: National Stadium track was completed minutes before the race PIC: BENDAN PHOTOGRAPHY

The World Athletics has downgraded the FNB Golden Grand Prix to silver status due to missed deadlines in the build-up to this year's edition, which was held at the National Stadium in April.

Delayed stadium renovations have cost the organisers of the top-tier race, after works were done late. The National Stadium was closed last year December to enable works on the track and other upgrades in preparation for the showpiece.

The initial work was estimated at P7 million, but the final cost was at P16 million.

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