GB sprinter Amy Hunt won the women's 200m at the 2026 European Athletics Championships, securing her second gold of the games.
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Key facts
- Amy Hunt of Great Britain won gold in the women's 200m.
- It was Hunt's second gold of the 2026 European Athletics Championships.
- Rhasidat Adeleke finished second.
- Dina Asher-Smith finished third.
Great Britain’s Amy Hunt added another title to her name at the 2026 European Athletics Championships, taking gold in the women’s 200m, according to the BBC.
The victory marked Hunt’s second gold of the championships, underlining a standout campaign for the GB sprint star.
Rhasidat Adeleke crossed the line in second place, according to the BBC’s report of the race.
Dina Asher-Smith completed the podium in third, adding a further British presence to the top three finishers.
The result caps a strong showing from Hunt, whose performance was described in the coverage with the line ‘This is her stage!’
Why it matters
Winning a second gold at a major continental championship marks a significant achievement for a rising British sprinter. Success in the 200m, with two British athletes on the podium, highlights the strength of Britain's women's sprinting.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the women's 200m at the 2026 European Athletics Championships?
Great Britain's Amy Hunt won gold in the women's 200m, according to the BBC.
How many golds has Amy Hunt won at the championships?
The 200m victory was Hunt's second gold of the 2026 European Athletics Championships.
Who finished second and third in the 200m?
Rhasidat Adeleke finished second and Dina Asher-Smith finished third, according to the BBC.
Timeline
- 'This is her stage!' – Hunt takes 200m gold
BBC Sport: GB sprint star Amy Hunt takes her second gold of the 2026 European Athletics Championships in the women's 200m, with Rhasidat Adeleke second and Dina Asher-Smith in third.