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Athletics at the 2009 East Asian Games
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At the 2009 East Asian Games, the athletics events were held at the Tseung Kwan O Sports Ground in Hong Kong from 10 December to 13 December. A total of 46 events were contested, of which 23 were by male athletes and 23 by female athletes.
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Athletics at the 2009 East Asian Games | |
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Dates | 10 – 13 December |
Host city | Hong Kong |
Venue | Tseung Kwan O Sports Ground |
Level | Senior |
Events | 46 |
Participation | ? athletes from 9 nations |
Records set | 3 Games records |
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China went on to win the most events, with Liu Qing winning golds in the 800 metres, 1500 metres and 4×400 metres relay races. Japan was a clear second place in the medals while South Korea and Chinese Taipei also took a double-digit medal haul. Athletes representing the hosts Hong Kong won seven bronze medals.