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newest endeavour to attract fans will take place in London next weekend without many of the athletes it values most. World 100m champion Justin Gatlin, world indoor 60m record holder Christian Coleman, Diamond League 100m leader Ronnie Baker and sprint man of the hour Noah Lyles all are skipping the inaugural Athletics World Cup in London Stadium. They will compete on July 14-15 in running events through 1,500m and all field events for $2 million in prize money with one entry.