What is the mixed 4x400m relay in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
THE Tokyo Olympics is in full swing and now it’s time for the arrival of the athletics.
But things will look a bit different this year, not just because there are no spectators but also because there will be a new event.
Here’s all you need to know about the mixed 4x400m relay.
What is the Mixed 4x400m relay?
The mixed 4x400m relay is a new event for the 2020 Olympics.
As the name suggests, it is exactly like the men and women’s 4x400m relays but each team must have two men and two women.
It was first introduced at the IAAF World Relays in 2017 before becoming a regular fixture on the athletics circuit.
In 2019, it featured in the world championship for the first time.
16 teams will compete in the event during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
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When is the mixed 4x400m relay?
The mixed 4x400m relay will be held over two days.
The semi-finals will be held from 11am on Friday, July 30 while the final will be held at 11am on Saturday, July 31.
Who holds the world record?
Going into the Olympics, the world record is held by the US quartet of Wilbert London, Allyson Felix, Courtney Okolo and Michael Cherry.
This was set at the 2019 World Athletics Championships in Qatar.