Kate O’Connor seeks heptathlon gold as championships continue in Birmingham
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The European Athletics Championships are underway in Birmingham, with key events scheduled for the evening. Kate O’Connor is positioned to compete for the women's heptathlon title during the 800m, taking place at 7:45 PM UK time. Additionally, Josh Wightman will race in the men's 1,500m final at 9:07 PM, followed by the men’s and women’s 4x100 relays at 9:33 PM and 9:48 PM respectively. This marks the penultimate evening of competition, with nine gold medals up for grabs.
- •European Athletics Championships happening in Birmingham.
- •Kate O’Connor competing in the women's heptathlon 800m.
- •Josh Wightman racing in the men's 1,500m final.
- •Men's and women's 4x100 relays concluding the evening's events.
- •Nine gold medals available on this penultimate championship day.
- 5:00 PMThe Guardian Sport — European Athletics Championships: O’Connor goes for heptathlon gold on day six – live
"Live athletics updates from 19.00 BST Email Luke | Sign up for The Recap The hits keep on coming at the European Athletics Championships: nine gold medals will be handed out on the penultimate evening of competition in Birmingham. Kate O’Connor is well placed to seal women’s heptathlon glory in the 800m from 7.45pm UK time, with Josh Wightman running in the men’s 1,500m final, scheduled for 9.07pm. For the men’s and women’s 4x100 relays, the last two events on the bill at 9.33pm and 9.48pm respectively, fans will definitely be out of their seats. Continue reading...
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