World Athletics Day 2023: Date, theme for this year, history, significance and more

Athletes the world over need to be celebrated for their hard work and dedication to the sport. To mark the importance of athletes and sportspersons globally, World Athletics Day 2023 will be celebrated on Sunday, May 7 this year.


Let’s take a look at the history and significance of World Athletics Day. Here is all you need to know about World Athletics Day 2023.

What is the theme of World Athletics Day 2023?

The theme for World Athletics Day 2023 is 'Athletics for All – A New Beginning'.

World Athletics Day 2023: History and who started it

World Athletics Day was established by the late Primo Nebiolo, the then-president of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). The first World Athletics Day was held on May 15, 1996, with the participation of over 50 countries. The IAAF, founded in Stockholm, Sweden, on July 17, 1912, is known as World Athletics since 2019. Headquartered in Monaco, it is the premier international governing body for athletics and athletes.

World Athletics Day 2023: Significance

The aim of World Athletics Day 2023 on May 7 is to promote the importance of athletics as a sport and encourage young and school children to take up athletics. World Athletics Day was also established to promote inclusivity in sport. The day celebrates and promotes maximum participation of people in athletics, including school athletics, running, and social responsibility.

What you can do on World Athletics Day 2023

You can imbibe the value of sports and athletics in children and your friends on World Athletics Day 2023. You can begin by taking up a sport, even if as a hobby, and encouraging others to pursue it.

FAQs:

Q1:When is World Athletics Day 2023 in India?
The World Athletics Day 2023 is on May 7 in India.

Q2:What is the theme of World Athletics Day 2023?
The theme for World Athletics Day 2023 is 'Athletics for All – A New Beginning'.