Hunt wins third gold as Asher-Smith makes history

Amy Hunt celebrated her third gold medal of the European Championships, following triumphs in the 100m and 200m, as the Great Britain women's 4x100m relay quartet claimed a spectacular victory. Hunt, who is aiming for a potential historic quadruple, ran a strong leg to secure the win for the hosts in Birmingham.

Teammate Dina Asher-Smith achieved her seventh gold medal at the championships, matching the record held by Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Sandra Elkasevic. She also equaled Irena Szewinska's overall medal tally record. Asher-Smith's performance, particularly her seamless baton changeover to Hunt, symbolized the passing of the torch in British sprinting.

Adding to the day's success, Great Britain's men's 4x100m relay team also stormed to gold. Romell Glave anchored the team, which included Jeremiah Azu, Louie Hinchliffe, and Zharnel Hughes, to victory. These wins propelled Great Britain's medal count to 12, including six golds, as they vied with Italy for the top spot on the final day of competition.

The performances highlight the emergence of Hunt as a new sprint sensation and her potential to emulate Asher-Smith's success on the global stage. Hunt, who claimed world silver last year, is continuing her rapid progression, while Asher-Smith, a world champion and British record holder, has amassed numerous international medals throughout her career.