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European Athletics Championships begin in Birmingham with 50 gold medals available

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 10:49 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

European Athletics Championships begin in Birmingham with 50 gold medals available
Summary

The 27th European Athletics Championships commenced at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium today, running from August 10-16. Athletes will compete for 50 gold medals during the event, with the first to be awarded on Monday evening. The championships include key events and a timetable currently available through BBC coverage. The event has drawn significant interest due to its competitive field and the presence of athletes like Hodgkinson.

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  • •Championships running from August 10-16 at Alexander Stadium.
  • •Fifty gold medals are up for grabs.
  • •First gold medal to be awarded on Monday evening.
  • •Key events and timetable are covered by BBC.
  • •Athletes like Hodgkinson are anticipated to compete.
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  • 10:49 AMYahoo Sports — European Athletics Championships medal table
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Full medal table for the European Athletics Championships at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium from 10-16 August.

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