JB
Jack Buckner
Executive
CEO of UK Athletics.
Notable Quotes
"Bidding to hold the World Athletics Championships in the London Stadium was always at the centre of the UK's Olympic legacy plans."View Story →
"We are deeply disappointed that the 2029 World Athletics Championships will not be held in London."View Story →
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