Great Britain won nine gold medals [1] at the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
The performance marks a significant achievement for the host nation, showcasing dominance across multiple disciplines including sprints, relays, and middle-distance running.
The championships, which ran from Aug. 11 to Aug. 16, culminated in a strong final day of competition at Alexander Stadium [2]. Great Britain secured gold in the women's 100m [1], the men's 100m [1], and the men's 400m [1]. Amy Hunt made history during the event, securing her fourth gold medal for the country.
"I am thrilled to make history and bring home a fourth gold for Britain," Hunt said.
In the men's 100m, Romell Glave took the top spot on the podium. "Winning the 100m for Britain is a dream come true," Glave said.
The British squad also displayed strength in team events, winning gold in the men's 4x100m relay [1], the women's 4x100m relay [1], and the mixed 4x100m relay [1]. Other gold medal finishes included the women's 200m [1], the women's 1500m [1], and the women's marathon team event [1].
Jeremiah Azu and other relay specialists contributed to the high medal count. The collective effort in the short-distance events was a primary goal for the national program.
"We wanted to dominate the sprint events and we did it together," a GB sprint coach said.
While most records align on the total, some trackers reported eight gold medals [8], though official event lists confirm nine [1]. The victory in Birmingham reinforces the current strength of the British athletics program on the continental stage.
“"I am thrilled to make history and bring home a fourth gold for Britain."”
The success in Birmingham demonstrates Great Britain's current depth in sprinting and relay coordination. By securing gold in both the men's and women's 100m and multiple relay formats, the team has established itself as the premier power in European short-distance athletics heading into the next global cycle.
