World Athletics chief Coe backs shoe regulations after London Marathon record
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- Category: Sports
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 14:20 UTC
- Sources: BBC Sport
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said the sport’s current footwear rules are “on the right side” following Sabastian Sawe’s record‑breaking performance at the London Marathon. Coe’s comments aim to reassure stakeholders that innovation will not undermine fairness.
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