The 1985

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was held on 28 and 29 September 1985 in the streets of St John's,

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. The event was also known as ''IAAF Race Walking World Cup''. Complete results were published.

Medallists

Results

Men's 20 km

Men's 50 km

Team (men)

The team rankings, named Lugano Trophy, combined the 20 km and 50 km events team results.

Women's 10 km

Team (women)

Participation

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Qualifying rounds

In 1985, there were qualifying rounds for both men's and women's competition with the first two winners proceeding to the final.

Men

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proceeded directly to the final.

withdrew due to the Mexico City earthquake.

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Women

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proceeded directly to the final.

Zone 1

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Zone 2

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Zone 3

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References

External links

IAAF World Race Walking Cup 1961-2006 Facts & Figures
- IAAF.org {{IAAF Championships World Athletics Race Walking Team Championships

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Walking Walking (also known as ambulation) is one of the main gaits of terrestrial locomotion among legged animals. Walking is typically slower than running and other gaits. Walking is defined by an 'inverted pendulum' gait in which the body vaults o ...

Athletics in the Isle of Man

International sports competitions hosted by the Isle of Man