Gold medalist Amy Hunt of Team Great Britain poses for a photo with her medal, tiara and national flag after victory in the Women's 200m Final. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Amy Hunt claimed her second gold medal at the European Championships, winning the 200m race. The 24-year-old aims to become the first to win four golds at the same event. Hunt's victory follows her 100m win earlier in the week.
Hunt's season's best time of 22.19 seconds secured her the gold, beating compatriot Asher-Smith. Hunt's focus now shifts to the 4x100m relay events, with no celebrations planned until Sunday. Read more racing coverage.
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Britain's Amy Hunt wins 200m gold, aiming for a historic four-gold sweep at the European Championships. Amy Hunt claimed her second gold medal at the European Championships, winning the 200m race. The 24-year-old aims to become the first to win four golds at the same event. Hunt's victory follows her 100m win earlier in the week.
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Runner World published this brief on August 14, 2026. The underlying BBC Sport Athletics report was dated August 13, 2026.
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