Britons Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu lead European Championships 100m final
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:05 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

The third day of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham saw a dramatic 100m final. Marcell Jacobs, the former Olympic champion, experienced a breakdown during the race. In a surprising turn, Britons Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu seized gold and silver medals. Live updates continue as the championships progress.
- •Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim gold and silver.
- •Marcell Jacobs struggles in the 100m final.
- •The event is taking place in Birmingham.
- •Live updates are ongoing throughout the championship.
- 5:05 PMThe Guardian Sport — European Athletics Championships: day three from Birmingham – live
"Live updates from the third day of action Email Luke | Sign up for The Recap On Marcell Jacobs’ right arm there is a tattoo of the Roman colosseum and a gladiator: a reminder of his fighting spirit and what Italy’s capital means to him. But in the swirling bearpit of a European championships 100m final, the former Olympic champion’s body dramatically broke down. That was the first shock. The second was the sight of two Britons, Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu, blasting through to take gold and silver. Continue reading...
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