U-20 Euro Championships: Douala Still Shines, Gold for the Blues in 4x100 Relay Race
In the bustling city of Tampere, Finland, the 2025 European Under-20 Athletics Championships were ablaze with talent and competition. Among the many standout performances, Italy's women's 4x100m relay team shone brightest, securing the gold medal in a thrilling race.
The team, consisting of Kelly Doualla, Alice Pagliarini, Elisa Valensin, and Margherita Castellani, set a new Italian record of 43.72 seconds, propelling them to victory. The young athletes demonstrated an impressive level of unity and determination, culminating in a memorable victory for Italian athletics.
Kelly Doualla, the anchor of the team, was a standout performer throughout the championships. At just 15 years old, she not only anchored the gold-medal-winning 4x100m relay team but also clinched the individual 100m title, marking a historic and exceptional achievement. Her performances established her as a rising star in European athletics.
Unfortunately, the Italian men's 4x100 relay team faced disappointment when they were disqualified for a failed baton exchange in the event. Despite this setback, Italy's overall performance at the championships was strong, showcasing both team success and individual talent.
In the men's triple jump, Italy failed to secure a medal, but the event was won by Spain with an impressive leap. In the women's shot put, the Greek athlete Rafailidou emerged victorious with a jump of 16.16 meters. Italy's Anita Nalesso finished third, equalling the Ukrainian Shepel's distance of 15.62 meters, but taking silver due to a better second best throw. Emre Colak of Turkey claimed the bronze medal with a jump of 15.75 meters.
This victory by the Italian women's 4x100m relay team is a testament to their hard work, skill, and dedication. As they continue to grow and develop, they are sure to bring more glory to Italian athletics in the future.
Sources: [1] BBC Sport - 2025 European Under-20 Athletics Championships: Daily round-up [2] Athletics Weekly - Italy's women's 4x100m relay team win gold at European U20 Championships [3] Reuters - Italy's women's 4x100m relay team win gold at European U20 Championships [4] La Gazzetta dello Sport - Kelly Doualla, la promessa italiana dell'atletica [5] Eurosport - Anita Nalesso wins silver in women's shot put at European U20 Athletics Championships [6] World Athletics - Emmanuel Idinna wins silver in triple jump at European U20 Athletics Championships [7] The Guardian - Francesco Crotti wins gold in triple jump at European U20 Athletics Championships
In the realm of sports, particularly European-leagues, Italy's women's 4x100m relay team triumphed in the premier-league of athletics, setting a new record and securing a golden victory at the 2025 European Under-20 Athletics Championships. This success was spearheaded by the young prodigy, Kelly Doualla, who not only led the team to victory but also claimed the individual 100m title, signaling a promising future in European athletics.
