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Switzerland's Audrey Werro Wins European 800m Title Over Hodgkinson

Audrey Werro of Switzerland defeats Keely Hodgkinson in the European 800m final, claiming gold.

15 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Switzerland's Audrey Werro Wins European 800m Title Over Hodgkinson — Photo: Erik van Leeuwen · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

In a closely contested 800m final, Switzerland's Audrey Werro defeated Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson to claim the European title. This victory marks a significant achievement for Werro as she denies Hodgkinson a third consecutive gold at this level.

Keely Hodgkinson, who had been the favorite to win, will settle for silver following her performance in the race. The final showcased a competitive atmosphere, highlighting the rivalry between the two athletes.

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