The IAAF World Challenge Dakar held at Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium
Senegal, June 5 -- The newly upgraded Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium in Dakar, Senegal, has made its grand debut as the venue for the 2025 IAAF World Challenge Dakar. The stadium welcomed 160 top athletes from around the globe, who competed in thrilling displays of speed and strength.Originally built in the 1980s with Chinese support, the Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium has long been a central landmark in Senegal's sports and cultural landscape. However, after four decades of wear and tear, the stadium faced growing challenges, including rusted steel structures, outdated facilities, and declining functionality. In 2022, China launched the rehabilitation works on four Senegalese stadiums, with Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium among them. The fully...
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