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2020 Olympic Games Prize Money for World Records: A Detailed Overview
The 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, originally scheduled for 2020 but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, were a significant event in the world of sports. The prize money for world records set during these games was a topic of great interest. Let’s delve into the details of the prize money for world records in the 2020 Olympic Games.
Medal Prize Money Distribution
Medal winners at the Olympic Games receive prize money, and the distribution varies depending on the medal won. For the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the prize money distribution was as follows:
| Medal | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold | $35,000 |
| Silver | $25,000 |
| Bronze | $15,000 |
Additionally, the winner of the gold medal in each event also receives a diploma and a share of the Olympic Solidarity Fund, which is distributed to athletes from countries with limited resources.
World Records Prize Money
World records set during the 2020 Olympic Games also came with a monetary reward. The prize money for world records was distributed as follows:
| World Record | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|
| Men’s 100m | $10,000 |
| Men’s 200m | $10,000 |
| Men’s 400m | $10,000 |
| Men’s 800m | $10,000 |
| Men’s 1500m | $10,000 |
| Men’s 5000m | $10,000 |
| Men’s 10000m | $10,000 |
| Men’s Marathon | $10,000 |
| Women’s 100m | $10,000 |
| Women’s 200m | $10,000 |
| Women’s 400m | $10,000 |
| Women’s 800m | $10,000 |
| Women’s 1500m | $10,000 |
| Women’s 5000m | $10,000 |
| Women’s 10000m | $10,000 |
| Women’s Marathon | $10,000 |
| Men’s 50m Rifle Prone | $10,000 |
| Men’s 50m Rifle Three Positions | $10,000 |
| Men’s 50m Rifle Standing | $10,000 |
| Men’s 10m Air Rifle | $10,000 |
