Amy Hunt claimed an unprecedented fourth gold medal at the European Championships, anchoring Britain to victory in the mixed 4x100m relay after helping the women's 4x100m team to a dominant win the previous day.
Key facts
- Amy Hunt won her fourth European Championships gold in the mixed 4x100m relay on Sunday.
- She became the first athlete to win four titles at a single European Championships.
- Britain's women's 4x100m team won gold in 42.05secs, more than 10 metres clear of Switzerland and Poland.
- Dina Asher-Smith reached a record 11 European medals in total.
British sprinter Amy Hunt has completed an unprecedented quadruple at the European Championships, becoming the first athlete to win four titles at a single edition of the event, according to the Guardian.
Hunt’s fourth gold came in the mixed 4x100m relay on Sunday. When the baton was slapped into her hand on the anchor leg, she was a fraction behind Gina Luckenkemper of Germany, the Guardian reported. Hunt then ran down the German to secure victory in what the outlet described as “10 seconds of controlled fury.”
The day before, Hunt had won her third European gold in five days as Britain’s women’s 4x100m team powered to glory in 42.05secs, finishing more than 10 metres clear of Switzerland and Poland.
Reflecting on that relay triumph, Hunt paid tribute to her teammates. “We’re the fantastic four,” she said, pointing to the group she credited with guiding her closer to history.
The championships also proved significant for Dina Asher-Smith, who reached a record 11 European medals in total, the Guardian reported.
Britain’s men’s and women’s 4x100m teams both completed their wins in style, capping a strong championships for the British sprinting squads.
Why it matters
Hunt's four golds at a single European Championships is a first in the event's history, marking the emergence of a new British sprinting star. The performances underline Britain's strength in relay sprinting heading into future major competitions.
Frequently asked questions
How many gold medals did Amy Hunt win at the European Championships?
Amy Hunt won four gold medals, becoming the first athlete to win four titles at a single European Championships, according to the Guardian.
What was the winning time in the women's 4x100m relay?
Britain's women's 4x100m team won in 42.05secs, finishing more than 10 metres clear of Switzerland and Poland.
What record did Dina Asher-Smith set?
Dina Asher-Smith reached a record 11 European medals in total, according to the Guardian.