Osaka Japan
25 August – 02 September 2007

Selection Policy 

Our clear intention is to select the strongest possible team, whilst also offering development opportunities to appropriately qualified and able athletes. All interested parties should take note of the changes to the selection systems highlighted in the guidance notes.  

Norwich Union World Trials Manchester 27-29 July 2007

 As per normal practice, no athlete will be considered without participation in the Trials, unless they have sought and received prior approval or can provide evidence of extenuating circumstances such as injury.  Reflecting the importance of an open selection challenge, performances at the Trials event will be given primacy over achievements at other events. One notable exception to this will be for athletes selected to participate in the European Under 20 Championship.  Given the close proximity, the selection committee will take special note of performances at this event when considering selections for the World, so as not to penalise younger athletes.

 The first two athletes in each event will be automatically selected provided they achieve the A standard, or have already achieved the A standard within the qualifying period.

 First wave selection will take place on the 30^th of July, with final additions being made on the 6^th.  This early selection will enable arrangements to be made for travel to the preparation camp and competition site.

Entry Standards