Which Track And Field Events Are In The Olympic Games?


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By: MileSplit Track Bot

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Track and field events in the Summer Olympics typically include a wide range of running, jumping and throwing disciplines. The following track and field events are a part of the Olympic program every four years. 

Running Events:

  1. 100 meters (Men/Women)
  2. 200 meters (Men/Women)
  3. 400 meters (Men/Women)
  4. 800 meters (Men/Women)
  5. 1,500 meters (Men/Women)
  6. 5,000 meters (Men/Women)
  7. 10,000 meters (Men/Women)
  8. Marathon (Men/Women)
  9. 110 meters hurdles (Men)
  10. 100 meters hurdles (Women)
  11. 400 meters hurdles (Men/Women)
  12. 4x100 meters relay (Men/Women)
  13. 4x400 meters relay (Men/Women)

Jumping Events: 14. High jump (Men/Women)

  1. Pole vault (Men/Women)
  2. Long jump (Men/Women)
  3. Triple jump (Men/Women)

Throwing Events: 18. Shot put (Men/Women)

  1. Discus throw (Men/Women)
  2. Hammer throw (Men/Women)
  3. Javelin throw (Men/Women)

Combined Events (Decathlon/Heptathlon): 22. Decathlon (Men)

  1. Heptathlon (Women)


To get the most up-to-date information on track and field events in the Olympics, we recommend checking the official website of the International Olympic Committee or the organizing committee for the specific Olympic Games you are interested in.