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Audrey Werro and Gianmarco Tamberi were named European Athletes of the Year. Werro, a Swiss 800m runner, had a historic season, breaking records. Tamberi, an Italian high jumper, won his fourth European title.
Werro, 24, set the third, fourth, and fifth fastest times in history. She came close to the world record, finishing at 1:53.70. Tamberi won his fourth European high jump title and set a world-leading jump of 2.37m. Read more racing coverage.
Werro is the first Swiss woman to win the award, while Tamberi is the first Italian to win either men’s or women’s award. Both athletes showcased exceptional performances this season. Related: Frankfurt Marathon set for potential record-breaking race.
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Swiss and Italian athletes win top honors at Golden Tracks awards. Audrey Werro and Gianmarco Tamberi were named European Athletes of the Year. Werro, a Swiss 800m runner, had a historic season, breaking records. Tamberi, an Italian high jumper, won his fourth European title.
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Runner World published this brief on October 24, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated October 24, 2026.
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