Abstract: By using the methods of literature, logical analysis, mathematical statistics and expert interviews, the paper analyzes the achievements of Chinese team at the previous World Championships with the result indicating that China has been limited in terms of the events and there is still a gap between China and the world powers in competitive level. China is uncompetitive in successive speed ??event groups which are dominated by physical ability while women athletes demonstrate their advantage of wining medals. Both men and women athletes have their traditional advantage to match the world powers in the event groups dominated by physical endurance. The paper finally discusses the future development of Chinese tack and field sports.

Key words: athletics, championships, sustainable development