Leichtathletik-EM 2026: Zeitplan und Schweizer Medaillenhoffnung
Die Leichtathletik-EM 2026 in Birmingham hat begonnen. Schweizer Athleten warten noch auf ihre erste Medaille, während das Programm für die kommenden Tage detailliert ist.
Key takeaways
- Die Leichtathletik-EM 2026 hat am 10. August 2026 in Birmingham begonnen.
- Nach dem ersten Wettkampftag hat die Schweiz noch keine Medaille gewonnen.
- Der Zeitplan sieht Medaillenentscheidungen an jedem der sieben Wettkampftage vor.
- Schweizer Hoffnungsträger wie Simon Ehammer und Ditaji Kambundji treten am 11. August an.
What Happened
The European Athletics Championships 2026 commenced on Monday, August 10, 2026, in Birmingham. After the initial day of competition, Switzerland had not yet secured any medals. Athletes like Dominic Lobalu, Salomé Kora, and Géraldine Di Tizio-Frey competed but did not achieve podium finishes.
Key Facts
- The European Athletics Championships 2026 started on Monday, August 10, 2026, in Birmingham.
- Switzerland has not won a medal as of the end of the first competition day.
- Dominic Lobalu competed in the 5000 meters.
- Salomé Kora and Géraldine Di Tizio-Frey competed in the 100 meters.
- Competitions include events such as pole vault, 3000m steeplechase, and hammer throw.
- Medal decisions are scheduled for every competition day over seven days.
- A total of 50 gold medals will be awarded.
What Happens Next
On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Swiss athletes Simon Ehammer in the long jump and Ditaji Kambundji in the 100m hurdles are among those expected to compete for medals. The schedule for Tuesday includes qualification rounds for high jump, discus throw, and 400m hurdles, along with semifinals and finals for events such as hammer throw, 5000m, long jump, and 100m hurdles.
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