Italian athletes have continued their medal rush at the European Athletics Championships in Rome, with standout performances marking the event. Gianmarco Tamberi soared to new heights in the high jump, setting a world record with a leap of 2.37 meters. Nadia Battocletti dominated the long-distance track, clinching gold in both the 5,000m and 10,000m races, setting a new Italian record in the latter with a time of 30:51.32. Her double victory mirrors the achievement of Salvatore Antibo from the 1990 Championships. Alessandro Sibilio added to Italy’s success with a silver medal and Italian record in the 400m hurdles.Norwegian sensation Karsten Warholm triumphed in the 400m hurdles, setting a new championship record of 46.98 seconds, securing his third consecutive gold at the European Championships. Warholm’s performance affirms his readiness for the upcoming Paris Olympics. In the triple jump, Spain’s Jordan Díaz leaped to gold with a record-breaking jump of 18.18 meters, marking a historic win for the young athlete.The Championships have not only been a platform for record-breaking feats but also for emerging talents. Diaz Fortun’s victory in the triple jump set a new Spanish record and placed him as a top contender for future global events. The event has seen a high level of competition from athletes across Europe, with the German team notably missing out on medals. With the Paris Olympics in sight, the European Championships have provided a glimpse into the potential triumphs and challenges that await the continent’s athletes.
Key points
- Gianmarco Tamberi set a new world record in the high jump at 2.
- Nadia Battocletti achieved a historic double gold in the 5,000m and 10,000m, setting a new Italian record in the 10,000m.
- Karsten Warholm won his third consecutive European Championship gold medal in the 400m hurdles, setting a new championship record.
- Jordan Díaz won gold in the triple jump with a new championship record of 18.
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