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Elina Tzengo calls her European Championships javelin performance 'unacceptable'
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Elina Tzengo calls her European Championships javelin performance 'unacceptable'

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Greek javelin thrower Elina Tzengo finished 11th at the European Athletics Championships with a best throw of 54.01 meters.
  • Tzengo expressed strong disappointment with her performance, calling it unacceptable and stating she was ashamed.
  • She vowed to move forward despite her disappointment, acknowledging the nature of sports.

Elina Tzengo, the Greek javelin thrower, expressed profound disappointment following her 11th-place finish at the European Athletics Championships. Her best throw of 54.01 meters fell far short of her expectations and competitive standards, leaving her visibly disheartened.

Speaking in the mixed zone after the event, Tzengo did not hold back in her self-criticism. "I was unacceptable today, an unacceptable performance. I have nothing else to say, I am even ashamed," she stated candidly. She emphasized that her harsh self-assessment stemmed from her knowledge of her own capabilities, rather than external pressure.

I was unacceptable today, unacceptable performance. I have nothing else to say, I am even ashamed.

— Elina TzengoAfter finishing 11th in the javelin throw at the European Athletics Championships.

"I am very disappointed, but that's how sports are. We move on, what happened, happened," Tzengo added, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of athletic competition. Despite the setback, she indicated a resolve to look ahead and not dwell on the disappointing result.

The European Championships saw other notable performances, including historic wins and strong showings from other athletes. However, for Tzengo, the focus remained on her personal performance and the immediate aftermath of a competition that did not meet her standards.

I am very disappointed, but that's how sports are. We move on, what happened, happened.

— Elina TzengoReflecting on her performance at the European Athletics Championships.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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