European Athletics ticket prices slammed as Birmingham costs called ‘disgraceful’
The European Athletics Championships in Birmingham are facing backlash over high ticket prices and expensive food options at the stadium. Critics, including former footballer Stan Collymore, argue that these costs are alienating fans and preventing families from attending.
Why it matters
High event costs can negatively impact the accessibility of major sporting events and damage the long-term growth of the sport.
The European Athletics Championships in Birmingham have faced criticism over expensive ticket and food prices, with fans questioning why the event has struggled to fill the stands. Tickets for some sessions have reportedly reached £150, while a barbecue pork roll at Alexander Stadium costs £18.50.The championships feature several of Britain’s biggest athletics stars, including Keely Hodgkinson, Katarina Johnson-Thompson, Dina Asher-Smith and Amy Hunt. However, supporters have complained that high costs could prevent families and young fans from attending. The event is being held in Britain for the first time and runs from August 10 to 16.European Athletics Championships participants’ families and fans hit by high pricesTicket prices for the European Athletics Championships are set by European Athletics in partnership with the Local Organising Committee.
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