Stunning fusion of arts and sport – World Athletics Championships Budapest 23 medals revealed | News | Budapest 23

The Budapest 23 World Athletics Championships medals have been unveiled, with 11 days to go until the start of the competition. The organizers of the event, who already incorporated some special features into the organizational work, wanted to ensure that the medals are truly unique.

When designing the medals, the focus was on uniqueness and originality. Deviating from traditional medal designs, the emphasis was placed on depicting the host country and capturing the essence of a sporting nation.

On one side of the medals, the central figure is the WCH Budapest 23 logo: the Statue of Liberty on Gellért Hill, a prominent and recognizable landmark of Budapest. At a whopping 14 meters tall, this charismatic female figure can be seen from different corners of the city, leaving a lasting impression on visitors. The palm branch held in the statue’s hand has long been a symbol of glory, victory and enlightenment, dating back to ancient times. It serves as a tribute to past athletes and their remarkable achievements.

Athletics World Championships Budapest 23 medals

The back of the medals has a double meaning. In the foreground is the brand new National Athletics Center, which resembles a crown-like structure and serves as the venue for the World Championships. In the background, the racetrack serves as a backdrop where track and field superheroes will make their names into history.

“Our medals absolutely had to combine sport, heroism and national identity. In addition, for the first time in the history of the World Athletics Championships, all three coaches of the podium finishers will also receive medals,” said Balázs Németh, CEO of the World Athletics Championships LOC.

The craftsmanship behind these medals shows great attention to detail. Each medal is made from a unique brass alloy and plated with gold, silver or bronze. The overall composition of the medals consists of a whopping 140 kg of precious metal and a 450 meter long ribbon. The comprehensive process, from the first draft to the final touches of ribbon sewing, culminates in more than 3000 hours of collaborative effort.

Of course, sustainability was also taken into account during the planning: The medal packaging consists of responsibly obtained forest raw materials and weighs a total of 146 kg. The striking medal case makes the World Cup medals something very special. The designers used surplus material from the National Athletics Center race track to line the box.

Adding to the excitement of the Budapest 23 World Athletics Championships is the innovative Medal Plaza, where the medal ceremonies take place each day before training sessions. This is the first time the athletes will be celebrated outside of the stadium.

The Medal Plaza also serves as a lively entertainment center. With daily live music, captivating performances and a range of exciting activities, it is a dynamic showcase of the festive spirit of the World Cup.

For the price of a single ticket, visitors can enjoy a three-in-one entertainment package: a sports spectacle, a fan zone and a concert experience.

The Budapest 23 World Athletics Championships, set to begin on August 19, promise the world a true celebration of sport on a unique stage and welcomes everyone who wishes to witness the wonder.

So the tickets are selling fast Don’t miss your chance to see the best athletes in the world Compete for these beautiful medals in Budapest from August 19th to 27th.