The countdown is on for the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025, where the world’s best athletes will battle for glory at the Japan National Stadium from September 13 to 21. The iconic venue, which hosted the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, will once again become the centre of global athletics as stars chase records, redemption, and history.
Fans can look forward to thrilling action across nine days, with morning and evening sessions creating a packed schedule. For East African viewers, Japan is seven hours ahead, meaning most finals will air in the afternoon. Among the standout dates, the men’s and women’s 100m finals will take place on Sunday, September 14, while the 200m finals are slated for Friday, September 19.
The championships boast an incredible lineup of track and field icons. Faith Kipyegon headlines the women’s middle-distance races, fresh from record-breaking performances in the 1500m and 3000m. Her bid for more gold medals will be one of the most anticipated storylines. Beatrice Chebet, the reigning double Olympic champion, also carries strong momentum after her world record ratification and will be chasing a historic double in Tokyo.
On the sprints side, Noah Lyles returns as the reigning champion in both the 100m and 200m. Despite battling an ankle injury earlier this year, he has rediscovered form just in time for the championships. The women’s 100m will feature Sha’Carri Richardson, the 2023 world champion, facing fierce competition from Julien Alfred, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, and the evergreen Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce.
Beyond the sprints, Marileidy Paulino will be the athlete to watch in the women’s 400m after a dominant season. In the field events, Mondo Duplantis continues his pursuit of pole vault supremacy and could deliver yet another world record in Tokyo.
Broadcasting will ensure fans worldwide do not miss a moment. In the United States, NBC Sports and Peacock will cover the event extensively, while SuperSport Africa 1 and Variety 3 will air the action across East Africa. Global audiences will also have access through Eurovision Sport and World Athletics’ official streaming platforms.
With legends, record-breakers, and rising stars ready to collide, the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 promises to be a festival of speed, endurance, and unforgettable drama.
