Amy Hunt secures European sprint double — image accompanying Athletics Weekly's report. Image accompanying Athletics Weekly’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Amy Hunt achieved a significant milestone by winning both the 100m and 200m gold at the European Championships, a feat last accomplished by Dina Asher-Smith in 2018. Hunt's victory in the 200m, with a time of 22.19, marked the fastest time in Europe this year.
Rhasidat Adeleke of Ireland secured silver with a national record time of 22.28, while Dina Asher-Smith took bronze in 22.29. Hunt's double gold puts her halfway to her goal of four gold medals at the championships. Read more racing coverage.
In other events, Germany's Leo Neugebauer won the men's decathlon, narrowly beating Niklas Kaul by 38 points. Meanwhile, Germany's Lea Meyer missed a medal in the women's 3000m steeplechase after a fall at the final water jump. Related: Hudson-Smith Secures Third European 400m Gold, Newnham Wins Silver in Hurdles.
This original Runner World brief is based on reporting from Athletics Weekly. Visit the source for its complete reporting, context and any later corrections.
Reader questions
Questions about this report
What should runners know about Amy Hunt secures European sprint double?
Amy Hunt wins 100m and 200m gold at European Championships, becoming first British sprinter to achieve this since 2018. Amy Hunt achieved a significant milestone by winning both the 100m and 200m gold at the European Championships, a feat last accomplished by Dina Asher-Smith in 2018. Hunt's victory in the 200m, with a time of 22.19, marked the fastest time in Europe this year.
When did Runner World publish this racing brief?
Runner World published this brief on August 13, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated August 13, 2026.
Where can readers find the complete original report?
This summary is based on reporting from Athletics Weekly. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
THE WEEKLY BRIEFING
Start the week a step ahead.
A concise edit of the running stories worth knowing, sent every Monday.
