Roos Vanotterdijk qualifies for 50m butterfly final at the European Championships in Paris

Roos Vanotterdijk has qualified for the final of the 50m butterfly at the European Championships in Paris. The swimmer from Houthalen posted the third-fastest time in the semi-final, giving her a chance to win her first medal at this event.

In this final, Vanotterdijk will have to compete against Sarah Sjöström, the top favorite for the gold medal. Sjöström, who recently became a mother, could win her 97th major medal in Paris, which would set a record.

Sjöström's return to competitive swimming comes shortly after the birth of her son Adrian. The 32-year-old swimmer has previously built an impressive career and is considered a living legend in the sport.

Vanotterdijk is in good form and is confident in her abilities. Despite the tough competition from Sjöström, she hopes to pull off an upset by defeating her opponent in the final.

The European Championships in Paris promises to be an exciting duel between the two swimmers, with Vanotterdijk needing to swim her best time to achieve something remarkable. The final will take place on the evening of the competition day.

This event marks an important step in Vanotterdijk's career if she manages to win a medal. The European Championships offer her both the chance to prove herself and to be part of a legendary swimming moment.