Overview

• UK government and London mayor’s office confirmed a combined £45 million funding guarantee for London’s bid.
• World Athletics’ preference for a late-season championship in September would overlap with West Ham United’s home fixtures.
• Installing and dismantling the athletics track is estimated to require two to three weeks of exclusive stadium use.
• UK Athletics, London Stadium operators and West Ham United are in talks over match rescheduling and relocation logistics.
• World Athletics president Seb Coe says the selection for the 2029 host city will be made next year through a competitive bidding process.