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European Athletics Championships 2026
The Spanish Athletics delegation opened its medal count at the 2026 European Championships in Birmingham with a silver medal for Marta García in the 5000-meter final. The day was rounded out with a strong performance that included several finalist positions in the long-distance running and long jump events.
The delegation of #EspañaAtletismo has inaugurated its medal table in the European Championships Birmingham 2026 with a silver medal for Marta García in the 5000-meter final. The day was rounded off with a standout performance that secured several finalist positions in the long-distance and long jump events, solidifying the Spanish team's strong presence among the continental elite.
Silver medal and team performance in the 5000 meters
The women's 5000-meter final proved historic for the Spanish delegation. The athlete from Palencia Marta García he won a magnificent silver medalimproving on the bronze medal he already won in the edition of Roma 2024. With a time of 15:39.98, García She managed the race strategically, staying in the main group to respond to the Italian's final change of pace. Nadia Battocletti, who ultimately took the gold.
The Spanish performance in this event was strengthened by the presence of María Forero y Idaira Prieto. ForeroWith a time of 15:44.25, he achieved a commendable eighth position, securing a place in the final. Right behind him, in ninth place, crossed the finish line. Idaira Prieto (15:44.89), completing a milestone for national athletics by placing three representatives in the top-10 of an absolute European championship.
Triple Spanish representation in the long jump final
In the men's category, the long jump final also featured a notable Spanish presence, with three athletes competing for medals. Eusebio CáceresIn his seventh European final, he secured seventh place with a jump of 7.92 meters, earning the third finalist spot for the delegation and improving upon his eleventh place in Roma 2024. His performance improved throughout the competition, securing his best mark on his second attempt.
For his part, the Spanish champion Jaime Guerra He finished ninth with a mark of 7.73 meters, just missing out on qualifying for the final. He was followed by Lester Lescay, who in his debut in a European outdoor final finished in tenth position with a jump of 7.72 meters, after having achieved bronze in the 2025 European Indoor Championships.
Summary of results of the Spanish delegation
| Athlete | Discipline | Result/Mark | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marta García | 5000 meters | 15:39.98 | 2nd (Silver) |
| María Forero | 5000 meters | 15:44.25 | 8th (Finalist) |
| Idaira Prieto | 5000 meters | 15:44.89 | ª 9 |
| Eusebio Cáceres | Long jump | 7.92 m | 7th (Finalist) |
| Jaime Guerra | Long jump | 7.73 m | 9 º |
| Lester Lescay | Long jump | 7.72 m | 10 º |
| Mònica Clemente | Pole Vault (Qualifying) | 4.40 m | ª 15 |
Mònica Clemente, at the gates of the pole vault final
In the afternoon session, the pole vaulter Mònica Clemente She delivered a remarkable performance in the pole vault qualifying round. Despite clearing 4.40 meters, a height that secured passage to the final for other competitors, the tiebreaker based on the number of failed attempts eliminated her from medal contention. Clemente He finished in fifteenth position overall, unable to attempt the personal best of 4.50 meters that would have secured his qualification.
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