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What's a silver medal worth?

A silver medal in a major event like the European Championships is a significant achievement, representing second place in a highly competitive field. While it doesn't come with a direct monetary value in the way prize money does, it brings prestige, recognition, and can open doors for sponsorship and funding for athletes like Jeremiah Azu.

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