2017 French Athletics Championships | |
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Dates | 14–16 July |
Host city | Marseille |
Venue | Pierre-Delort Stadium |
Events | 38 |
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The 2017 French Athletics Championships was the 129th edition of the national championship in outdoor track and field for France. It was held on 14–16 July at the Pierre-Delort Stadium in Marseille. A total of 38 events (divided evenly between the sexes) were contested over the three-day competition.
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