Wallmark and Bengtström Delight Home Crowd with Victories

Home Victories Highlight Folksam Grand Prix at Slottsskogsvallen

Competing at Slottsskogsvallen, Örgryte athlete Gabriel Wallmark took a notable win in the triple jump event. Wallmark defeated a field that included world championship medalist Cristian Atanay Nápoles from Cuba. Wallmark secured the lead in the fourth round with a jump of 15.85 meters before improving to a winning mark of 16.04 meters in the fifth round.

“It actually felt really good,” Wallmark told SVT regarding his performance. “It was tough conditions with a lot of headwind and shifting winds, but I had a relaxed feeling today.”

Carl Bengtström Dominates 400-Meter Hurdles

Club teammate Carl Bengtström delivered a decisive victory in the 400-meter hurdles. Bengtström was the only runner in the field to dip below the 50-second barrier, clocking a winning time of 49.63 seconds. He crossed the finish line nearly a full second ahead of runner-up Kaito Tsutsue of Japan.

Shot Put Competition Results

In the men’s shot put competition, European Championship bronze medalist Wictor Petersson finished second behind Italy’s Nick Ponzio. Petersson posted a steady series of throws topped by a 20.56-meter mark, which fell six centimeters short of Ponzio’s winning throw.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the triple jump at the Folksam Grand Prix in Gothenburg?

Gabriel Wallmark won the triple jump with a 16.04-meter effort, defeating competitors including Cuba’s Cristian Atanay Nápoles.

What was Carl Bengtström’s winning time in the 400-meter hurdles?

Carl Bengtström won the 400-meter hurdles with a time of 49.63 seconds, remaining the only runner under the 50-second mark.

Who won the men’s shot put event?

Nick Ponzio of Italy won the shot put with a top throw, edging out European Championship bronze medalist Wictor Petersson.

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