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Women's 800m Race in Athletics Championships
The women's 800m race, which was cut from the Olympic programme after its debut in 1928, has become a highlight of major athletics championships. The article explores how this event gained prominence over time.
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BBC Sport
After making its debut at the 1928 Olympics, the women's 800m was cut from the programme. Now, it's often billed as the must-see event of major athletics championships. So, how did we get here?
2026-09-18 06:02 UTC