Fabbri retains European shot put title, Lincoln again fourth — 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.
Leonardo Fabbri secured his European shot put title with a 22.31m throw in Birmingham. Scott Lincoln, despite a strong performance, finished fourth again. Fabbri's victory continued his unbeaten streak in 2026.
Lincoln, a 33-year-old British athlete, has consistently placed fourth in major competitions. His best throw in Birmingham was 20.81m. Despite the disappointment, Lincoln remains a decorated athlete with multiple titles. Read more racing coverage.
Fabbri's win in Birmingham follows his victories in Rome and Eugene. His season performance has been exceptional, with a world-leading 22.74m throw in Eugene. His Italian teammate, Zane Weir, also secured a silver medal. Related: Jakob Ingebrigtsen Wins European 5,000m Gold After Injury Layoff.
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Leonardo Fabbri wins gold in Birmingham, Scott Lincoln remains in fourth place Leonardo Fabbri secured his European shot put title with a 22.31m throw in Birmingham. Scott Lincoln, despite a strong performance, finished fourth again. Fabbri's victory continued his unbeaten streak in 2026.
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Runner World published this brief on August 10, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated August 10, 2026.
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