# Hodgkinson’s 800m Race Highlights European Championships

Keely Hodgkinson’s 800m showdown is set to be the standout event at the upcoming European Championships. The British Olympic silver medalist will face a strong field, with the meet serving as a key test before the world outdoor season. The matchup adds significant intrigue to the championships for athletics fans.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/aug/10/european-athletics-championships-2026-keely-hodgkinson-audrey-werro-femke-broeders-bol-womens-800m) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:00:38 GMT
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2026/aug/10/birmingham-2026-european-athletics-championships-day-one-live) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:52:36 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/swimming/articles/czrje837prlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:11:20 GMT