DATES FOR IAU CHAMPIONSHIPS
Kate Dzienis • February 1, 2020
AURA would like to let everyone know the application opening and closing closing dates for selection in Australian teams attending 2020 IAU Championship events have been determined.
The Dates
2020 IAU 24-hour Asia and Oceania Championships will be held in Bengaluru, India from July 18 to 19. Applications will open March 3 and close March 24 immediately after the Sri Chinmoy Canberra 24 hour.
2020 IAU 100km World Championships will be held in Winschoten, Netherlands on September 12. Applications will open May 19 and close June 9 immediately after the Gold Coast 100km.
For relevant selection policy details and guidelines visit
https://www.aura.asn.au/policies/
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