World Athletics Day is celebrated on May 7 every year. This day aims to promote sports and encourage people, especially the youth, to participate in athletics. It is an annual event dedicated to honouring athletes and instilling values such as dedication and motivation that we can learn from sports. The day highlights the importance of sports and its positive impact on physical and mental well-being.
HISTORY
World Athletics Day was established by the International Association of
Athletics Federations (IAAF), now known as World Athletics, in 1996. Since
then, it has been celebrated annually to raise awareness about athletics and
its benefits. The day also serves as a platform to encourage people of all ages
and abilities to engage in sports activities.
