World Athletics will pay $50,000 to Olympic gold medalists in track and field events

By Becky Sullivan

Published April 10, 2024 at 12:38 PM PDT

This story was published more than 1 year ago.

The prizes, which will also go to the winners of the marathon and race walk, come as the Olympic Games have shifted away from amateurism. Many medalists already earn bonuses from their home countries.

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Becky Sullivan has reported and produced for NPR since 2011 with a focus on hard news and breaking stories. She has been on the ground to cover natural disasters, disease outbreaks, elections and protests, delivering stories to both broadcast and digital platforms.

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