Århus Games is an

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competition held in

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. A small number of athletes are invited, both national and international names (about 110 athletes in 20 disciplines). The first time the games were held, in 1971, 6 Danish records were set. In 1972, the Belgian

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set his

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in the

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. Since the competition started in 19, 28

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have participated, either ruling, previous or upcoming. One world record, three regional records (

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n), and 28 Danish records have been set at the Games

References

Olsen the star of Danish line-up for Helsinki
IAAF (2005-07-30). Retrieved on 2015-09-13.
Hvordan fik Aarhus Danmarks dårligste stadion?
. Stiften. Retrieved on 2015-09-13.

External links

Official website
{{DEFAULTSORT:Arhus Games Annual track and field meetings Athletics competitions in Denmark Sport in Aarhus 1971 establishments in Denmark Recurring sporting events established in 1971