Guide: Swedish medal hopes and stars at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham 2026

Birmingham, Great Britain, will host the European Athletics Championships from August 10 to 16, 2026, with the Alexander Stadium serving as the venue.

Swedish athletics fans have high hopes for their national team, with several athletes identified as strong medal contenders. Pole vault star Armand Duplantis is a clear favorite to win gold. In discus and the 10,000 meters, Daniel Ståhl and Andreas Almgren are also aiming for top podium finishes.

The Swedish delegation includes a robust lineup for both men and women across various disciplines. Notable participants include Wilma Svensson (100m), Elna Wester (400m), Wilma Nielsen and Mia Barnett (800m), and Carmen Cernjul (1500m) for the women. The men's team features strong contenders like Henrik Larsson (100m, 200m), Andreas Kramer (800m), Samuel Pihlström (1500m), and Andreas Almgren (10,000m).

Field events will see significant Swedish presence with athletes like Louise Ekman, Engla Nilsson, and Ellen Ekholm competing in high jump. The pole vault will feature Duplantis alongside William Asker and Oliver Sandberg. In throwing events, Fanny Roos and Victoria Wickman are strong contenders in shot put, while Vanessa Kamga and Caisa-Marie Lindfors compete in discus. The hammer throw will see Patricia Kamga, Malin Garbell, and Grete Ahlberg vying for medals.

The championships will be broadcast live on SVT and Sveriges Radio, allowing fans across Sweden to follow the action. The full Swedish squad includes athletes competing in sprints, middle and long-distance races, hurdles, jumps, throws, combined events, and race walking.