Kate O’Connor celebrates European gold by holding the medal up to her face. Image accompanying BBC Sport Athletics’ report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Kate O'Connor, after winning European heptathlon gold, aims for World and Olympic titles. The 25-year-old Irish athlete won Commonwealth Games gold recently. O'Connor hopes to improve her World Championship silver from last year.
O'Connor, who finished with 6,751 points, sees herself in the mix for future titles. She acknowledges the challenge from rivals like Anna Hall. O'Connor plans to reflect on her achievements with her father and coach. Read more racing coverage.
Despite the joy of her victories, O'Connor mourns the loss of her grandmother, Madeleine. She dedicated her European gold to her grandmother, a significant supporter of her career. Related: Kate O'Connor wins European heptathlon gold for Ireland.
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Kate O'Connor, fresh off her European gold, sets her sights on World and Olympic titles. Kate O'Connor, after winning European heptathlon gold, aims for World and Olympic titles. The 25-year-old Irish athlete won Commonwealth Games gold recently. O'Connor hopes to improve her World Championship silver from last year.
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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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