Athletics refers to a collection of competitive sports that primarily involve running, jumping, throwing, and walking. It encompasses a variety of events, which are often categorized into track and field events, road running, cross country running, and race walking. Track events include sprints, middle-distance, and long-distance races, while field events typically consist of jumping and throwing disciplines, such as the long jump, high jump, shot put, and discus throw. Athletics is distinguished by its emphasis on physical prowess, speed, endurance, and agility. It is governed internationally by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), known as World Athletics, and is a fundamental component of the Olympic Games, featuring prominently in both summer and winter sports competitions. The term also conveys a broader cultural and historical significance, representing ideals of human physical achievement, competition, and the spirit of sportsmanship.
Ana Peleteiro overcame knee troubles to lead with a leap of 14.14 meters at the European Athletics Indoor Championship, advancing past her rivals to the final. The Spanish relay team…