1981 IAAF World Cross Country Championships
| 1981 IAAF World Cross Country Championships | |
|---|---|
| Organisers | IAAF |
| Edition | 9th |
| Date | March 28 |
| Host city |
Madrid, Spain 
|
| Location | Hippodromo de la Zarzuela |
| Nations participating | 39 |
| Athletes participating | 460 |
| Races | 3 |
| Distances | 12 km – Senior men 7.25 km – Junior men 4.41 km – Senior women |
The 1981 IAAF World Cross Country Championships was held in Madrid, Spain, at the Hippodromo de la Zarzuela on March 28, 1981. A report on the event was given in the Glasgow Herald.
Complete results for men, junior men, women, medallists, and the results of British athletes were published.
An unofficial count yields the participation of 460 athletes from 39 countries. This is in agreement with the official numbers as published.
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