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European Championships: Donnelly wins women's marathon bronze; ceremonies delayed after arrest

sportsAug 16, 202616442

Abbie Donnelly won the bronze medal in the women's marathon as Great Britain secured the team marathon gold on the final day of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. Medal ceremonies at Alexander Stadium were postponed after police arrested a man in an operation described as linked to fraud, with armed officers deployed. Around 23,000 spectators were at the stadium for Saturday's evening session, and the arrest prompted a large security response that left dozens of athletes, including Amy Hunt, and thousands of fans stuck inside. Organisers reported travel delays and long waits for those trying to leave the venue. The incident delayed the planned presentation schedule and triggered the heightened policing presence that affected athletes and spectators before ceremonies could resume.

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