In a track and field competition, various types of events are categorized into sprints, middle-distance, long-distance, hurdles, and field events. Sprint events, like the 100 and 200 meters, focus on speed, while middle-distance races, such as the 800 and 1500 meters, balance speed and endurance. Long-distance events, like the marathon, test athletes' stamina. Hurdles involve both speed and agility over barriers, while field events include jumping (e.g., long jump, high jump) and throwing (e.g., shot put, javelin). These diverse events showcase various athletic skills and contribute to a complete track and field program.