Empty Seats, Pricey Pork Rolls: The European Athletics Championships' Attendance Conundrum The European Athletics Championships got off to a lackluster start on Monday evening at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium, with nearly 10,000 seats empty despite a crowd of 13,623 watching Britain's Amy Hunt take her first senior international title.
The sparse attendance has sparked heated criticism from athletics supporters and commentators alike, who blame ticket prices for being "extortionate" and argue that the event is pricing out fans.
Critics point to the wide range of ticket prices as a major factor in the low turnout. Tickets cost between £26 and £110 for Category A seats, making it difficult for many Brits to attend.