British sprinter Amy Hunt won a record four gold medals at the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham [1], [2].
This achievement marks the first time an individual has secured four gold medals at a single edition of the championships [2]. The sweep establishes Hunt as a dominant force in European sprinting and elevates Great Britain's standing in the continental rankings.
Hunt captured individual titles in both the 100m and 200m events [1]. She further extended her tally by winning gold in the women's 4x100m relay alongside teammate Dina Asher-Smith [1], [3].
The final victory came in the mixed 4x100m relay, where Hunt competed with Asher-Smith, Jeremiah Azu, and Zharnel Hughes [3]. This specific win is historic as it is the first time Great Britain has secured gold in the mixed relay event [4].
"Dreams do come true," Hunt said [5].
The championships, held this month in Birmingham, England, served as a showcase for the British squad on home soil [2]. Hunt's performance across four different events required a rigorous schedule of heats and finals throughout the competition.
While the BBC focused on the women's relay success, other reports highlighted the significance of the mixed relay gold [1], [3]. Together, these victories represent an unprecedented quadruple of sprint titles for a single athlete at this level [4].
“"Dreams do come true"”
Hunt's record-breaking performance signals a shift in the European sprinting hierarchy, moving the center of gravity toward the British team. By dominating both individual sprints and diverse relay formats, she has set a new benchmark for versatility and endurance at the European Championships that will likely define the standard for future athletes.
