Lamine Diack

Berlin, Aug 23 (DPA) Usain Bolt has established himself as a global sports icon while the case of Caster Semenya could have been treated with more sensitivity, world athletics supremo Lamine Diack said Sunday. Speaking on the closing day of the Berlin championships, the IAAF president Diack said that the sport had been as successful as [...]... read full » Read Full Story

Monte-Carlo - In 2009, there will be TEN ÅF Golden League event disciplines designated to the Jackpot, five events for men and five for women, as follows: Men: 100m, 400m, 3000m/5000m, 110m Hurdles, Javelin Throw. Women: 100m, 400m, 100m Hurdles, High Jump, Pole Vault. IAAF President Lamine Diack commented, “As usual, we have tried to ensure an interesting mix of events qualifying for the $1 Million ÅF Golden League Jackpot as this is the surest way to add interest to what is already shaping up to be an exciting 2009 season. We are all excited at the prospect of seeing the most charismatic stars ... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is about Lamine Diack. Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story

Los Angeles Times Sports DigestBaltimore Sun, United States - 8 hours ago… IAAF chief Lamine Diack sharply criticized IOC president Jacques Rogge for displaying "a lack of respect" for the sport of athletics. …Sports Briefing | Olympics Awaiting Test Results New York TimesTrack boss Diack pulls no punches, smacks IOC prexy Los Angeles TimesMore Beijing drugs shame Times [...] Read Full Story