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Athletics Federation of Tajikistan
"The Athletics Federation of the Republic of Tajikistan trusts that Doha 2017 will play an important role in developing Athletics across the region and therefore fully support the bid."
President - Dilshod Nazarov -
Athlete Endorsement
"Having the World Championships in Doha will create new opportunities in the region, but also around the world. There is no better time for Athletics to make a strong move forward!"
Athlete - Abubaker Kaki Khamis -
Athletic Federation of Uzbekistan
"Athletics Federation of Uzbekistan supports the at the Doha for the 2017 IAAF World Championships.
We are confident that the championship will be organized and conducted at the highest level. The championship will contribute to the development of athletics in the world.
Doha world capital of sport!!!"
President - Gulomjon Ibragimov -
Athlete Endorsement
"Doha has a very strong vision for the future of the World Championships. At the heart of their plan are state-of-the art stadiums and a huge interest in the development of Athletics. Combine this with the financial stability and resources of Qatar and you see that Doha is definitely the right choice for 2017."
Athlete - Andreas Thorkildson -
Bangladesh Athletics Federation
"On behalf of Bangladesh Athletics Federation we would like to express our support for the 2017 IAAF World Championships in Doha. We believe that Doha would be a fantastic host as they will be able to bring together the entire region."
President - A.S.M Alo Kabir -
Athlete Endorsement
"Doha is ready to bring new energy to the World Championships and set new standards for my sport. With their experience in hosting and their vision for a World Championships like never before, I am sure that 2017 will be a fantastic experience for all athletes, officials and especially the fans!"
Athlete - Veronica Campbell-Brown -
Iraq Athletics Federation
"The Iraqi Athletics Federation has experienced first hand how events are organised in Qatar and therefore fully support the bid of Doha for the 2017 IAAF World Championships."
President - Talib Saffar Al-Hussan -
Athlete Endorsement
"Athletics needs a host city that can provide new energy and a strong vision for the World Championships. Having competed in Doha, I have seen firsthand the commitment this city has to making truly world-class events. A 2017 World Championships in Doha will be a fantastic event."
Athlete - Yelena Isinbayeva -
Iranian Athletics Federation
"The Athletics Federation of Iran believes that all Athletics events in the area help to promote Athletics between countries. We support Doha in their efforts to host the 2017 IAAF World Championships."
President – Mohammad Reza Kazemi Ashtiyani -
Athlete Endorsement
"It's time for Athletics, like football, to expand to new regions. Doha 2017 is about breaking barriers and moving our sport forward; I support this innovative bid and look forward to being in Doha for an incredible World Championships in 2017."
Athlete - Veronica Campbell-Brown -
Jordan Athletics Federation
"The Jordan Athletics Federation fully supports the Doha 2017 bid. Doha has proven itself to be a strong organiser and will only be stronger in the future. The 2017 Championships will be something to remember."
President - Zeidan Alawin -
Kazakhstan Athletics Federation
"The Athletics Association of the Republic of Kazakhstan gives its support to the Qatar Association of Athletics Federation for the bid for the 2017 IAAF World Championships"
President – Pavel Novikov -
Athlete Endorsement
"Having experienced the energy and excitement from events in Doha, it is no wonder they are leaders when it comes to event hosting. They have always been committed to having the highest standards and in 2017 the World Championships will be even better."
Athlete - Andreas Thorkildson -
Kuwait Athletics Federation
"Due to Qatar's experience in organising successful events, we are confident in their ability to make the Athletics World Championship a great event and a good example for other nations to follow."
President – Saleh Al Moasab -
Lebanon Athletics Federation
"We see new opportunities being created in the region by sports events and therefore fully support Doha's bid for the 2017 World Championships. Qatar is always setting new standards as a host and will certainly continue to do so for 2017."
President – Abdullah Chehab -
Athlete Endorsement
"Due to its successful track record in organising major sports events, the Myanmar Track & Field Federation gives its full support to the Qatar Association of Athletics Federation in their bid to host the 2017 IAAF World Championships."
Athlete - Abubaker Kaki Khamis -
Myanmar Track & Firld Federation
"Doha has a strong tradition in hosting and with their strong resources, creativity and drive for world-class standards, a 2017 World Championships in Doha is sure to be amazing!"
President – U Tay Za -
Athlete Endorsement
"As host Doha will be committed to the development of our sport. Doha 2017 is ready, their vision and dedication to setting new standards for the future of Athletics is strong. There is no better time to make a strong move forward!"
Athlete - Veronica Campbell-Brown -
Nepal Athletics Federation
"We are happy to give our support to the Qatar Association of Athletics Federation in the bid to host the IAAF World Championships in 2017. We believe that a Championship in Doha will be an event that creates new opportunities for the region."
President – Rukma Shumsher Rana -
Athlete Endorsement
"Doha's vision for the IAAF World Championships will bring new ideas and make it a much stronger event for the future. With an excellent hosting track record and smart thinking, a 2017 World Championships in Doha will certainly be one of the best yet."
Athlete - Yelena Isinbayeva -
Pakistan Athletics Federation
"It is beyond doubt that if Doha hosts the World Championships in 2017 it will develop Athletics in the region. We wish the bid all the success and give our full support to Doha."
President – Muhammad Akram Sahi -
Athlete Endorsement
"The Palestine Athletic Federation gives its full support to the Qatar Association of Athletics Federation for the bid of the 2017 IAAF World Championships in Doha. We believe that Athletics can be further developed and Doha can help make that happen."
Athlete - Abubaker Kaki Khamis -
Palestine Athletic Federation
"The World Championships in Doha for 2017 gives the world a chance to see how an Arab sports nation can host such a fantastic event. It's time for Athletics to touch and inspire new fans!"
President – Nabil Mohamad Mabrouk -
Athlete Endorsement
"A World Championships in Doha will benefit new generations of girls and boys in Doha and other regions around the world. By breaking barriers, this is the opportunity for our sport to reach out to new places. I hope to one day see the World Championships in the Caribbean."
Athlete - Veronica Campbell-Brown -
Athlete Endorsement
"Doha2017 is about finding solutions to further expand our great sport. What athlete wouldn't support that? I believe that Doha is the right choice for making a change for the future."
Athlete - Andreas Thorkildson -
Yemen Athletics Federation
"The Athletics World Championship in Doha would be a tremendous development platform for the sport and we would be honoured to collaborate however we can to ensure that 2017 is a fantastic event."
President – Abdul Salaam Ahmed Al-Dhulae -
Syrian Athletics Federation
"We are proud to stand behind Doha's 2017 bid and fully believe in Qatar's ability to organise a unique and very successful IAAF World Championship."
President – Mohsen Hasan Al Abbas -
Athletics Association of Thailand
"On behalf of the Athletics Association of Thailand, we fully support the Qatar Association of Athletics Federation in their bid for the 2017 IAAF World Championships."
President – Sant Sarutanond -
UAE Athletics Federation
"We fully support Doha's bid for the 2017 World Championships and are at their disposal to support them in delivering a great event for the region and for the world."
President – Valeri Borzov -
Somalia Athletics Federation
"The Somali Athletics Federation is confident that Doha will organise a world-class Championship and therefore fully support the Doha 2017 bid."
President – Mohamed Ali Mohamed -
Comorros Athletics Federation
"We give our full support to the Qatar Association of Athletics Federation in their bid to host the 2017 IAAF World Championships in Doha."
President – Hilmy Aboud Said -
Athlete Endorsement
"The Doha 2017 bid shows how we can take Athletics to new levels and become a true global sport by breaking down barriers. I support this innovative bid because it will ensure the future of Athletics, my passion, will be even stronger."
Athlete - Yelena Isinbayeva -
Armenian Athletics Federation
"I have a very good experience from my years living in Qatar, with my family. I have excellent relation with people in Qatar and ully believe they will deliver an excellent organization."
President – Robert Emmiyan -
Athlete Endorsement
"A World Championships in Doha is about creating new opportunities for the expansion of Athletics. One cause that is close to my heart is the development of women in sports, Doha 2017 has new and innovative ideas for breaking through many barriers facing our sport, I hope my support will serve as a platform for one in particular - to advance the development of women in sports in Qatar and around the world."
Athlete - Veronica Campbell-Brown -
The International Sport Press Association
"The Asian Games are the world's second largest multi-sport, multi-day event after the Olympic Games and Doha 2006 has been called the best, the biggest, the most widely reported, and the highest standard Asian Games ever."
The International Sport Press Association