1985 IAAF World Cross Country Championships
| 1985 IAAF World Cross Country Championships | |
|---|---|
| Organisers | IAAF |
| Edition | 13th |
| Date | March 24 |
| Host city |
Lisbon, Portugal 
|
| Location | Sports Complex of Jamor |
| Nations participating | 50 |
| Athletes participating | 570 |
| Races | 3 |
| Distances | 12.19 km – Senior men 8.19 km – Junior men 4.99 km – Senior women |
The 1985 IAAF World Cross Country Championships was held in Lisbon, Portugal, at the Sports Complex of Jamor on March 24, 1985. 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 569 athletes from 50 countries, four athletes (2 senior men, 2 junior men) less than the official number published.
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