There will be no final cave – Galvydytė missed the moment in the finish drama
At the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham (United Kingdom), Gabija Galvydytė dramatically failed to qualify for the final of the 1500 m race.
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Galvydytė left just a moment away from another final: “It hurts, but maybe it’s enough?”
Only 12 hours had passed since the emotional 800 m final when Lithuania’s record holder Gabija Galvydytė once again took to the laps of the “Alexander” stadium in Birmingham.
Right behind the superstars, Galvydytė sent a message: “I am fourth in Europe!”
The packed “Alexander” stadium in Birmingham was buzzing like a huge popcorn pot. The spectators watching the women’s 800 meters final were on the edge of their seats.
Galvydytė, who sprinted excellently at the end of the race, is fourth in Europe
Gabija Galvydytė finished in the 800 m running event. The Lithuanian who ran in the final took
Chafed elbow, hip, and broken shoe, but Galvydytė – in the final! “The universe’s return to me”
Chafed elbow, hip, and a broken running shoe costing 500 USD – this is how Gabija Galvydytė’s semifinal at the European Championship in Birmingham unexpectedly ended.
In the athletics championship – battles for medals and the discus throw final
At the European Athletics Championships – the fourth day of the competition. Lithuanians continue to chase tickets to the next stages, and in the evening we will see the discus throw final.
Galvydytė, adorned with sparkling glasses, came first: “I tried them on and don’t want to take them off”
Gabija Galvydytė, adorned with new accessories – sparkling sunglasses – shone brightly in the European Championship qualifiers.
Heavy artillery at the European Championship – discus throwers will start
At the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham (United Kingdom), seven Lithuanians will take their places at the starting line on Tuesday, including a trio of discus throwers.
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