Amy Hunt celebrates with British team-mate Dina Asher-Smith. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Amy Hunt secured her fourth gold medal at the European Championships, leading Great Britain to victory in the mixed 4x100m relay. Hunt held off Germany's challenge to complete the race in 39.97 seconds, setting a new European record.
Dina Asher-Smith, with her eighth gold, became the most successful athlete in the competition's history. The team, featuring Jeremiah Azu and Zharnel Hughes, dominated the sprint events, winning six out of seven possible golds. Read more racing coverage.
Georgia Hunter Bell added to Great Britain's medal tally with a commanding win in the women's 1500m, marking her seventh international medal in two years. The team's success propelled them to the top of the medal standings. Related: Hunt and Asher-Smith Lead British Relay Success at European Championships.
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Amy Hunt and Dina Asher-Smith made history with a European record win in the mixed 4x100m relay. Amy Hunt secured her fourth gold medal at the European Championships, leading Great Britain to victory in the mixed 4x100m relay. Hunt held off Germany's challenge to complete the race in 39.97 seconds, setting a new European record.
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Runner World published this brief on August 16, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated August 16, 2026.
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