In 2008, the world was introduced to the fastest man alive, Uasin Bolt at the Beijing Olympics. However he had been showing glimpses of his world record breaking habits at the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships. The eight times world champion and six times Olympic champion along with current of world record holders will be in Beijing from August 22-30 taking part in the IAAF World Championships. If you are going to be in Beijing, then this is one of those unforgettable experiences as the Bird’s Nest come alive with chants, celebrations, and just pure camaraderie.
For those who’s countries pride will be on the line then get the tickets online at the www.iaafbeijing2015.com, which is in English and very easy to navigate. The only catch is registration will be needed but the site accepts local debit cards (some banks not all), and credit cards and international credit cards. The tickets are split into packages such as full day, single tickets such as opening and closing ceremonies, morning sessions, evening sessions, week one session, week two session, and more. The tickets are further divided according to seats: Category A (near the tracks), Category B (middle ground), and Category C (binoculars needed).
The schedule can be found online as well which makes it easier plan. Here’s a highlight of the not to miss from the Beijinger:
August 22, Friday
Morning
Men’s Marathon Finals
Men’s 100 Meters Preliminaries
Afternoon
Men’s 100 Meter Heats; Mens 10,000 Meters Final
August 23, Saturday
Afternoon
Men’s 100 Meters Final; Men’s Shot Put Final
August 24, Monday
Afternoon
Men’s Pole Vault Final; Men’s 3,000 Meters Steeplechase Final
Women’s 100 Meters Final; Women’s 10,000 Meters Final; Women’s Triple Jump Final
August 25, Tuesday
Afternoon
Men’s 400 Meters Hurdles Final; Men’s 800 Meters Final; Men’s Long Jump Final
Women’s 1,500 Meters Final; Women’s Discus Throw Final
August 26, Wednesday
Afternoon
Men’s Javelin Throw Final; Men’s 400 Meters Final
Women’s 400 Meters Hurdles Final; Women’s 3,000 Meters Steeplechase Final; Women’s Pole Vault Final
August 27, Thursday
Afternoon
Men’s 200 Meters Final; Men’s Triple Jump Final
Women’s 400 Meters; Women’s Hammer Throw Final
August 28, Friday
Afternoon
Men’s 110 Meters Hurdles Final
Women’s 200 Meters Final; Women’s 100 Meters Hurdles Final
August 29, Saturday
Afternoon
Men’s 5,000 Meters Final; Men’s Discus Throw Final; Men’s 4×100 Meters Relay Final
Women’s High Jump Final; Women’s 800 Meters Final; Women’s 4×100 Meters Relay Final
August 30, Sunday
Morning
Women’s Marathon Final
Afternoon
Men’s High Jump Final; Men’s 1,500 Meters Final; Men’s 4×400 Meters Relay Final
Women’s Javelin Throw Final; Women’s 5,000 Meters Final; Women’s 4×400 Meters Relay Final
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