Great Britain won gold in both the women's and men's 4x200m freestyle relay finals at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris, with the men clocking a new championship record of 7:01.52.
Key facts
- Great Britain won gold in the women's 4x200m freestyle relay final.
- Great Britain also won gold in the men's 4x200m freestyle relay final.
- The men set a new championship record time of 7:01.52.
- The finals took place at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris.
Great Britain secured a double gold in the pool at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris, winning both the women’s and men’s 4x200m freestyle relay finals, according to the BBC.
The men’s team capped the achievement with a new championship record time of 7:01.52, underlining the strength of Britain’s relay squads on the European stage.
The women’s quartet also took top honours in their 4x200m freestyle relay final, completing a memorable evening for the British contingent in Paris.
The BBC described the performances with the headline ‘Unbelievable!’, reflecting the impact of Great Britain claiming victory across both events at the championships.
Why it matters
Relay success at continental championships is a strong indicator of a nation's depth in the pool ahead of major international competitions. A championship record adds further weight to Great Britain's standing in European swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Which events did Great Britain win?
Great Britain won gold in both the women's and men's 4x200m freestyle relay finals at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris.
What was the record time set?
The men's team set a new championship record time of 7:01.52.
Where were the championships held?
The European Aquatics Championships were held in Paris.