Seb Coe insists empty seats in Birmingham won’t harm London’s bid for 2029 worlds

London's Bid for 2029 World Championships Unfazed by European Championships Attendance. The European Athletics Championships, currently underway in Birmingham, have drawn attention to sparse crowds early in the event. Despite criticism surrounding ticket prices and marketing efforts, the championships are nearing a sellout with the last four days expected to attract full attendance.

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has downplayed concerns that the low attendance could impact London's bid to host the 2029 World Championships. London has submitted a bid to host the prestigious event, and Coe's assurance suggests that the city's chances remain strong. The decision on the host city is expected to be made in the coming months, with Coe's comments indicating that the bid process is still on track.

While the European Championships have faced attendance issues, the event's organizers and World Athletics officials remain optimistic about the future of the championships. The sellout crowd expected for the final days of the event may help to alleviate concerns surrounding the tournament's popularity. Regardless, the outcome of London's bid for the 2029 World Championships will ultimately depend on the evaluation of the bid by World Athletics.