According to VRT Canvas reports from August 2026, Belgian sprinter Delphine Nkansa secured a spot in the 100-meter final at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, clocking an 11.09 seconds finish in her heat to place second behind Poland’s Ewa Swoboda, who finished in 11.04 seconds. Nkansa’s performance sets the fifth-fastest time among all finalists, bringing her close to Kim Gevaert’s long-standing Belgian national record of 11.04 seconds.
Nkansa Advances While Rosius Exits in Semifinals
While Delphine Nkansa advanced to the medal race, compatriot Rani Rosius missed out on the final after placing fourth in her semifinal heat with a time of 11.24 seconds, according to VRT Canvas. Rosius noted fatigue following her warm-up, stating she felt very tired and made several mistakes, though she acknowledged she reached where she needed to be despite an interrupted build-up. Switzerland’s Géraldine di Tizio-Frey won that semifinal heat in 11.02 seconds.
Jessica Schilder Defends European Shot Put Title
In the women’s shot put final, Netherlands athlete Jessica Schilder claimed her third European title with a throw of 20.73 meters, according to VRT broadcaster David Naert. Schilder’s gold-winning performance capped a dominant series that included a 20.52-meter effort. Her teammate Jorinde van Klinken secured the silver medal, repeating the Dutch one-two finish from the EK in Rome two years prior, while Germany’s Yemisi Mabry took the bronze.
Ilona Masson Books Triple Jump Final Spot
Debutant Ilona Masson earned a direct qualification for the triple jump final with her very first attempt, measuring 14.35 meters and surpassing the 14.15-meter qualification standard, according to VRT track analyst Eline Berings. Compatriot Saliyya Guisse also delivered a strong performance, setting a personal best of 14.07 meters to sit sixth in the provisional top-12 qualification standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time did Delphine Nkansa run in the 100-meter event?
Delphine Nkansa ran 11.09 seconds in her heat to place second and advance to the 100-meter final.
Who won the gold medal in the women’s shot put at the European Athletics Championships?
Netherlands athlete Jessica Schilder won the gold medal with a throw of 20.73 meters.
Did Rani Rosius qualify for the 100-meter final?
No, Rani Rosius finished fourth in her semifinal heat with a time of 11.24 seconds and did not advance.
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