The 2019 World Athletics Championships took place from September 27 to October 6 in Doha, Qatar. This event featured over 2,000 athletes from around the world competing in various track and field events, including sprints, distance races, jumps, and throws. It was the first time the championships were held in the Middle East. The championships served as a qualifying event for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, showcasing top talent in athletics. Notable performances included Christian Coleman winning the men's 100 meters and Dalilah Muhammad setting a new world record in the women's 400 meters hurdles.