Sports · 11 August 2026

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

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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