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The Stars come out: IAAF Melbourne Track Classic

The Stars come out: IAAF Melbourne Track Classic

The cream of world athletics is on show in Melbourne tonight as part of Athletics Australia\'s Melbourne Track Classic. The event is part of the Australian Athletics Tour with a total of $430 000 in prize money. The Tour\'s format has a points system that matches both male and female athletes across events. The result is a stunning competition and the resurrection of athletics in Australia, just in time for the 2012 Olympic build-up. .

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