Multistars is an annual international

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competition held in

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, Italy in late April or early May as part of the

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. Established in 1988 the meeting took place in

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until 2012. From 2013 to 2018 the event moved to Luigi Ridolfi Stadium in

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before it moved once again to its current location. International athletes compete in the

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for men and

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for women.

2013 edition

The 2013 edition was capped by other invitational competitions. With a time of 39.09 Yadisleidy Pedroso set a new Italian best in 300m hurdles.

2020 edition

The 2020 edition was cancelled due to the

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Past winners

Key:

Medalists since 2009

Men

Women

Records

References

;List of winners
Multistars The Winners 1988/2011
Multistars. Retrieved on 2012-05-18.

External links

Official website
{{IAAF Challenges Decathlon Annual track and field meetings Recurring sporting events established in 1988 World Athletics Challenge – Combined Events Athletics competitions in Italy