Source: PA
UK Athletics back Hammers' stadium bid
West Ham's bid to take over the London Olympic stadium after the 2012 Games has received a major boost in the form of formal support by UK Athletics.
The Hammers, who have made a joint bid with Newham council, have committed to ensuring there is an athletics track as well as a football stadium.
It is a big blow to the rival bid from Tottenham/AEG bid who had indicated a running track was not part of their future plans.
UK Athletics chairman Ed Warner said: "What has impressed me so much about the joint bid from West Ham and Newham is their clear commitment to the spirit of the Olympic legacy and not just athletics at the elite end, but with the retention of the community track, our future champions and club runners too.
"It was clear from the start that only a partnership approach would bring to life the vision Seb Coe had when he committed to an athletics legacy in 2005 and we believe the collaboration of West Ham, Newham and UKA gives the strongest opportunity for a vibrant sporting legacy that will go well beyond 2012."
