World Athletics introduces prize money for Olympic gold medallists
This will be used to reward athletes who win a gold medal in each of the 48 athletics events in Paris with $50,000 (sh190 million).
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By NewVision Reporter
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In a landmark decision, World Athletics on Wednesday announced it will become the first international federation to award prize money at an Olympic Games.
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