National Athletics Tournament Held in Hiroshima Substitute for High School Championships Canceled at New Corona October 23, 14:30
Due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, a national athletics competition to replace the entire national high school, which was canceled, began on the 23rd in Hiroshima City.
The national track and field competition held at Edion Stadium Hiroshima in Asaminami-ku, Hiroshima City was canceled due to the influence of the new coronavirus, and the Japanese track and field competition was scheduled for August. The federation has opened as an alternative tournament.
A total of more than 1,200 high school students from all over the country entered the tournament, and on the morning of the first day, the men's 110-meter hurdles qualifying and the women's hammer throw final were held, and the players fought a heated battle. Was there.
According to the Japan Association of Athletics Federations.
To prevent infection, the opening and closing ceremonies are not held, and only family members, leaders, and other related parties can enter the audience seats.
In addition, athletes are required to submit a sheet to check their physical condition, and measures such as thorough disinfection of their hands are taken after the competition.
This tournament will be held at Edion Stadium Hiroshima until the 25th.