European Athletics Championships

2024 - 6 - 7

Ireland Shines at European Athletics Championships: A Recap of Gold Medals and Exciting Performances

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🏅 Ireland's mixed 4x400m relay team secures European gold, while individual athletes showcase remarkable talent. Read on for the highlights! 🌟

Ireland showed its athletic prowess at the European Athletics Championships with remarkable victories and standout performances. The mixed 4x400m relay team, comprised of Chris O'Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr, and Sharlene Mawdsley, clinched a prestigious gold medal, captivating the audience with their exceptional teamwork and speed. Additionally, Israel Olatunde set a season's best time of 10.31 seconds, advancing to the semi-finals of the men's 100m and displaying impressive sprinting skills.

As the competition unfolded, Ireland continued to make headlines with their historic win in the inaugural 4x400m mixed relay race. Led by Adeleke and Mawdsley, the Irish team showcased determination and talent, securing a memorable victory. The nation's success at the Championships was further highlighted by their exceptional performance in various events, solidifying their presence as a force to be reckoned with in the athletics world.

In addition to Ireland's triumph, Belgian athlete Nafi Thiam demonstrated her dominance in the heptathlon, reaffirming her status as a formidable competitor. Thiam's impressive performance added an extra layer of excitement to the Championships, captivating fans and fellow athletes alike. The competition was filled with moments of triumph, showcasing the incredible skill and dedication of athletes from across Europe.

In summary, Ireland's outstanding achievements at the European Athletics Championships have solidified their reputation as a powerhouse in the world of athletics. From gold medal victories to individual standout performances, the nation has left a lasting impression on the global sports stage, inspiring fans and athletes alike with their passion and skill. The Championships have proven to be a platform for athletes to showcase their talent and dedication, setting the stage for future success and exciting competitions.

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Mixed 4x400m relay team swoop home for European gold (RTE.ie)

The mixed 4x400m relay team of Chris O'Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr & Sharlene Mawdsley have won a gold medal for Ireland at the European ...

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Season's best for Olatunde in reaching 100m semi-finals (RTE.ie)

Israel Olatunde ran a season's best time of 10.31 seconds to reach the semi-finals of the men's 100m at the European Championships in Rome.

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IRISH TEAM CONFIRMED FOR MIXED 4X400M RELAY FINAL AT ... (Athletics Association of Ireland)

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Ireland win inaugural 4x400m mixed relay at 2024 European ... (Olympics)

Ireland won the 4x400m mixed relay at the European Athletics Championships led by Rhasidat Adeleke and Sharlene Mawdsley.

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European champions! Inspired Ireland storm to inaugural mixed ... (European Athletics)

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Ireland win gold in 4x400m mixed relay at European Athletics ... (The Irish Times)

Team of Chris O'Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr and Sharlene Mawdsley finish top in Rome.

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Thiam takes command of the heptathlon in Roma 2024 (European Athletics)

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European Athletics Championships day one morning session starts ... (Olympics)

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Johnson-Thompson pulls out of European Championships in blow ... (The Guardian)

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Ireland mixed relay team win gold medal at European Athletics ... (The42)

Here's how Ireland won a truly magnificent gold at the European Athletics Championships. A superb performance from Chris O'Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, ...

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Ireland claim gold in 4x400m mixed relay at the European Athletics ... (The Irish News)

Charlene Mawdsley crossed the line for the Irish, as a fancied Dutch quartet missed out on the medals.

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Mixed 4x400m relay team swoop home for European gold (RTE.ie)

The mixed 4x400m relay team of Chris O'Donnell, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr & Sharlene Mawdsley have won a gold medal for Ireland at the European ...

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Ehammer dazzles with 8.41m world lead in long jump qualifying in ... (European Athletics)

The performance of the opening session of the Roma 2024 European Athletics Championships came from Switzerland's sometime multi-eventer Simon Ehammer, ...

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Palmisano leads emotional Italian one-two in the 20km race walk in ... (European Athletics)

Italy's Antonella Palmisano got Roma 2024 European Athletics Championships off to an ideal start for the hosts as she won the first gold medal after a ...

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Battocletti wins second Italian gold in 5000m thriller (European Athletics)

Nadia Battocletti won a thrilling women's 5000m in championship record of 14:35.29 to send the Italian crowd into raptures to close the first day's action ...

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European Athletics Championships: Ciara Mageean (RTE.ie)

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European Athletics Championships preview with Sonia O'Sullivan (Newstalk)

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European Championships: Irish in action on Day 2 (RTE.ie)

It's day two of the European Athletics Championships in Rome, where Ireland's fastest man Israel Olatunde will contest the men's 100m semi-final.

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Thiam retains advantage as Andorra land first ever finalist (European Athletics)

Nafissatou Thiam tightened her grip on a third successive European Athletics Championship heptathlon title after extending her lead from 35 to 77 points ...

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European Athletics Championships 2024: Luca Sito, Amandine ... (Olympics)

Luca Sito (ITA) and Amandine Brossier (FRA) led all qualifiers in the pre-qualification rounds of the men's and women's 400m, respectively, at the 2024 ...

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