 The event programme was half that of a full traditional track and field programme, with events alternating each edition.For example, a men's 100 metres and women's 200 metres were contested in 1985, but not vice versa – that arrangement was reversed in 1986 and reversed again in 1987, and so forth.Middle-distance running was particularly prominent as a 1500 metres or a mile run were held at every edition of the tournament.