Sports · 15 August 2026

Keely Hodgkinson wins 800m silver behind Audrey Werro in Birmingham

Britain's Keely Hodgkinson secured European silver in the women's 800m, unable to beat Switzerland's Audrey Werro for a third consecutive title. Werro, 22, finished in a championship record 1 minute 54.81 seconds at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium, denying Hodgkinson the win. Hodgkinson, 24, now has 12 senior international medals since her first five years ago.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 August 2026 at 7:04

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