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2024 European Athletics Championships: A Continental Showdown Before the Paris Olympic Games By Marion Theissen Mark your calendars! From June 7th to 12th, the historic city of Rome will transform into a vibrant stage for the 2024 European Athletics Championships, where the tension and excitement of competition will be palpable. As the summer sun casts its warm glow over the Stadio Olimpico—a jewel of Italian architecture known for hosting the 1960 Olympics—athletes from 48 nations will gather to battle for glory in 23 events for both men and women. For the first time, this championship will also include a mixed event: the exhilarating 4x400m relay. This prestigious competition is more than just a series of athletic feats; it’s a crucial stepping stone as athletes draw closer to the highly anticipated 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. With a staggering 1,559 athletes poised to showcase their prowess, every race, jump, and throw will be a spectacle not to be missed. Amidst the electric atmosphere, nine gold medalists from the recent 2023 World Championships will make their appearance. Fans can expect to see the phenomenal Armand Duplantis dazzling in pole vault, the long-jumping sensation Miltiadis Tentoglou soaring through the air, and the fierce Karsten Warholm tackling the 400m hurdles with breathtaking speed. On the women’s side, keep an eye on the unstoppable Femke Bol in the hurdles and Yaroslava Mahuchikh, a height-defying champion, whose dynamic presence is sure to impress. With 34 defending champions stepping onto the track, the spirit of competition will ignite the air, as each athlete aims to reclaim their title from 2022’s championships held in Munich. Among the French competitors, Mélina Robert-Michon will etch her name in history, participating in her record eighth European Championship. Also anticipated is Kévin Mayer, the decathlon maestro, who seeks to fulfill his Olympic dreams while going for that elusive gold medal. As the clash between Azeddine Habz, the year’s third-best performer in the 1500m, and the renowned Jakob Ingebrigtsen unfolds, hearts will race. Adding to the drama are the reigning Olympic champions from Italy: Marcell Jacobs in the 100m and Gianmarco Tamberi in high jump, whose every movement will be scrutinized by an eager crowd. ### French Team Line-up at the 2024 European Athletics Championships Men’s Team: – Sprints: Pablo Matéo (100m, 4x100m), Méba-Mickaël Zézé (100m, 4x100m), Ryan Zézé (200m, 4x100m) – Middle Distances: Paul Anselmini (800m), Azeddine Habz (1500m) – Distance: Simon Bédard (10,000m) – Jumps: Kévin Mayer (decathlon) – Throws: Tom Reux (discus) Women’s Team: – Sprints: Gémina Joseph (100m, 4x100m), Amandine Brossier (400m, 4x400m mixed) – Middle Distances: Anaïs Bourgoin (800m), Agathe Guillemot (1500m) – Jumps: Marie-Julie Bonnin (pole vault), Mélina Robert-Michon (discus) ### Complete Schedule for the 2024 Championships Note: All times are in local time, paralleling Paris hours. – June 7: Kick-off with 20km race walks and thrilling relay events. – June 8: Dive into the action with men’s long jump and exciting sprint finals. – June 9-12: An unfolding saga of endurance with marathons, hurdles, and culminating relays, all shining in the spotlight of Rome. ### Where to Watch In France, immerse yourself in the unfolding drama of the championships live on the channels of the France Télévisions group, a feast for sports enthusiasts eager to witness history in the making.
Original Source: olympics.com
