Sports · 11 August 2026

Amy Hunt wins Britain's first gold at European Athletics Championships

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Britain's Amy Hunt clinched her first senior international title, taking the 100m gold at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. The 24-year-old sprinter finished in 11 seconds flat, ending a run of silver medals she was "fed up with". Hunt's victory marks a significant breakthrough for her, and she will also compete in the 200m and both 4x100m relays.

By BriefTea Editorial · 11 August 2026 at 1:07

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