Hodgkinson competes in 800m final at European Athletics Championships
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Keely Hodgkinson aims for gold in the women's 800m final during the evening session of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham on August 14. The ongoing competition includes various events, amid concerns about low attendance fueled by high temperatures. Amidst this backdrop, Seb Coe has stated that the empty seats will not affect London’s bid for the 2029 World Championships. Updates continue as athletes compete for medals in Birmingham.
- •Hodgkinson competes in the women's 800m final.
- •The event is held in Birmingham on August 14.
- •Attendance has been low due to high temperatures.
- •Seb Coe claims empty seats won't harm London's 2029 bid.
- •Various athletics events are taking place during the championships.
- 4:59 PMThe Guardian Sport — European Athletics Championships 2026: Hodgkinson chases gold in 800m, men’s 200m final, and more – live
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