World Athletics President Sebastian Coe Discusses Netflix Series on Sprinters Ahead of Paris Olympics

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe is excited about the upcoming Netflix series that will showcase the global appeal of track and field, particularly sprinting, ahead of the Paris Olympics this summer. The six-episode series will focus on last year’s world championships in Budapest, highlighting the diversity and talent within the sport.

Coe believes that the series will help attract a wider audience to athletics, similar to the success of Netflix series on Formula One, golf, and tennis. He emphasized the truly global nature of track and field, with athletes from 46 countries winning medals at the Budapest worlds and athletes from 75 countries securing top-eight places.

The absence of a big-name star like Usain Bolt has been felt in the sport, but athletes like Noah Lyles, who claimed treble world gold in Budapest, are stepping up to fill that void. Lyles expressed his excitement about telling his story through the series, showcasing the hard work and dedication that goes into being a successful sprinter.

Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs also highlighted the importance of showing the behind-the-scenes work that athletes put in every day. The series will not only focus on the top athletes but also highlight the journey of every competitor, from the bottom to the top.

Coe sees the series as an opportunity to showcase the extraordinary talent and diversity within track and field, while also acknowledging the challenges of keeping athletes in the sport with other sports vying for their talents. With plans for a second series during the Paris Olympics, Coe is hopeful that the Netflix series will give viewers a glimpse into the incredible world of track and field.