Great Britain wins women's 4x100m relay gold in dramatic finish
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Great Britain secured gold in the women's 4x100m relay, finishing strong against Italy in a nail-biting conclusion. The race highlighted the team's impressive performance, culminating in a victory determined by a photo finish. This win adds to Great Britain's accolades in swimming and continues their successful campaign.
- •Great Britain wins gold in the women's 4x100m relay
- •Match concluded with a dramatic photo finish
- •Italy finishes just behind in second place
- •Event was part of a major swimming championship
- •This victory enhances Great Britain's swim team reputation
- 6:46 PMBBC Sport — 'Very last stroke!' - GB win dramatic relay gold
"Great Britain win gold in the women's 4x100m relay, stealing the win from Italy in a dramatic finish as the swim comes right down to the wire.
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