Hudson-Smith Secures Third European 400m Gold, Newnham Wins Silver in Hurdles — image accompanying The Guardian Athletics's report. Photograph: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile/Getty Images; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Matt Hudson-Smith made history by winning his third European Championship 400m title at the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham. The 31-year-old Briton dominated the race, asserting his dominance on his home track. Emily Newnham also shone, securing silver in the women's 400m hurdles.
In the men's 400m, Hudson-Smith's victory was emphatic, showcasing his prowess on a track he knows intimately. His win was celebrated with a crown, symbolizing his reign over the event. Newnham's silver in the hurdles was a testament to her hard work and focus, powering past her competitors in the final stretch. Read more racing coverage.
The European Championships saw several other notable performances, including strong showings from Great Britain athletes. Despite some setbacks, the British team continued to excel, with multiple athletes qualifying for finals and semi-finals across various events. Related: Matthew Hudson-Smith wins third European 400m title.
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Matt Hudson-Smith claimed his third European 400m title, while Emily Newnham secured silver in the women's 400m hurdles. Matt Hudson-Smith made history by winning his third European Championship 400m title at the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham. The 31-year-old Briton dominated the race, asserting his dominance on his home track. Emily Newnham also shone, securing silver in the women's 400m hurdles.
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Runner World published this brief on August 13, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated August 12, 2026.
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