Intro:

The International Association of Athletics (IAAF) concluded their tour of Doha, Qatar - a potential host for the 2019 IAAF World Championships - on Friday (31st October).

Script:

SOUNDBITE: (English) Sebastian Coe, IAAF vice-president:

"The decision ultimately as to where the 2019 World Athletics Championships goes will be with the my council colleagues, 26 other colleagues including the president. We came here to make a comparative judgment about the worthiness of the city to stage our track and field championships so you will understand our focus has been entirely on the ability of the this city and the other two cities to deliver our championships. We haven't spent nor should we spend any time worrying about other sports and other situations. It is entirely for us to make judgments around our sport and that is exactly what we have done."

SOUNDBITE: (English): Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee

"The 2019 IAAF World Championship could be another first, not just for Doha but for the entire Middle East. It will be the first time the World Championship is hosted in the region and with the Qatar central location making it easier for people from across the world to attend the games."