Irish Athletics Shines at Europeans | Dublin News

Irish athletics exploded onto the European stage with a historic double: Mark English claimed gold in the 800m, becoming Ireland’s first male European outdoor champion, while Rhasidat Adeleke stunned everyone with silver in the 200m — and a new national record — despite battling injuries. English, the top-ranked runner, delivered a flawless race, now cementing his status as Ireland’s most decorated European athlete. Adeleke, bouncing back from tough finishes, surged past rivals in a blistering 22.28 seconds, celebrating her return to form with tears of joy. Their triumphs weren’t just personal — they’re monumental moments for Irish sport, fueled by crowd roaring support and sheer grit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d065eb2563ce7e6b