Cheima Moufdil
The Qatar Sports Club in Doha will host the third leg of the 2025 Diamond League on Friday, May 16, as announced by organisers on Wednesday. This prominent event will feature some of the world’s elite track and field athletes, further solidifying Doha's role as a key destination for international athletics.
The Diamond League, a prestigious global series, will feature 14 one-day meets across four continents, with top athletes vying for spots in the Wanda Diamond League Final in Zurich on August 27-28. The event brings together the biggest stars in the sport, making every meeting a highly anticipated showcase of talent.
Diamond League 2025: A Global Tour of Athletic Excellence
The 2025 season will commence in Xiamen, China, on April 26, with Doha scheduled as the third stop following Shanghai or Suzhou on May 3. After hosting numerous top-tier athletics events in the past, Doha is well-prepared to deliver another standout performance, ensuring a thrilling competition at the Qatar Sports Club.
The Diamond League is renowned for attracting the finest talent in track and field, offering athletes a platform to compete for both glory and increased financial rewards, thanks to an expanded prize pool for 2025.
Rising Competition and Increased Rewards
The upcoming season presents added excitement as the Diamond League faces fresh competition from the newly introduced Grand Slam Track series in the United States. Backed by Olympic icon Michael Johnson, the four-meeting Grand Slam Track offers enticing head-to-head battles and a massive $12.6 million prize fund.
In response to this new competitor, the Diamond League has boosted its prize money to $9.24 million for the 2025 season. The stakes are higher than ever, and fans can expect intense rivalries as top athletes compete across both leagues for a chance at big wins.
Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track: A New Rivalry
Johnson’s Grand Slam Track series has already secured top athletes, including Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the reigning Olympic champion in the women’s 400m hurdles. With its emphasis on elite matchups, the series is set to add even more intrigue to the athletics calendar, competing with the Diamond League for athlete participation and fan attention.
2025 Diamond League Schedule:
* April 26: Xiamen
* May 3: Shanghai/Suzhou
* May 16: Doha
* May 25: Rabat
* June 6: Rome
* June 12: Oslo
* June 15: Stockholm
* June 20: Paris
* July 5: Eugene
* July 11: Monaco
* July 19: London
* August 16: Silesia
* August 20: Lausanne
* August 22: Brussels
* August 27-28: Zurich (Final)
With Doha securing a prime spot in the early stages of the series, athletes will be looking to deliver strong performances as they aim for a place in the season-ending final in Zurich. As the competition heats up between the Diamond League and the emerging Grand Slam Track series, 2025 promises an electrifying season of world-class athletics.