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Tashkent set for 2027 World Para Athletics Championships historic Uzbekistan first

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Published on 24 April 2026
Tashkent set for 2027 World Para Athletics Championships historic Uzbekistan first

First time the event lands in Uzbekistan

Tashkent has been confirmed as the host city for the 2027 World Para Athletics Championships, a landmark moment as the competition will be held in Uzbekistan for the first time and for the wider Central Asian region. The announcement came from World Para Athletics, signaling growing global sporting momentum for the area.

  • Tashkent confirmed to host the 2027 World Para Athletics Championships
  • The event will be held in Uzbekistan for the first time
  • World Para Athletics made the official announcement
  • Marks a major step for Central Asian hosting on the global stage
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