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At the European Championships, Dina Asher-Smith achieved a historic milestone. She became Britain's most decorated athlete with 28 medals. This surpasses the previous record set by Colin Jackson.
Asher-Smith's medal journey began in 2011 at the European Youth Olympic Festival. Despite a disqualification, she quickly redeemed herself with gold medals in the 200m and relay. Her career has seen numerous achievements, including a world junior 100m title and British records. Read more racing coverage.
Her record-breaking performance at the European Championships included a sprint double and relay gold. Despite setbacks, Asher-Smith's dedication and talent have solidified her place in British athletics history. Related: Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026: Athletics Results.
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Dina Asher-Smith became Britain's most decorated athlete with 28 medals. At the European Championships, Dina Asher-Smith achieved a historic milestone. She became Britain's most decorated athlete with 28 medals. This surpasses the previous record set by Colin Jackson.
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