Belgium had a strong European Indoor Championships, securing three medals and several impressive performances. With athletes like Ben Broeders, Elise Vanderelst, and Imke Vervaet in top form, will we see them shine again at the Meeting International d’Athlétisme de la Province de Liège? Another night of thrilling athletics is on the horizon! 🎉
Highlights from the European Indoor Championships:
- Day 1: 🥈 4x400m Mixed Relay
The team of Julien Watrin, Imke Vervaet, Cristian Iguacel, and Helena Ponette stormed to silver in 3’16″19, just behind the Netherlands. - Day 2: Helena Ponette and Imke Vervaet back in action
- Helena Ponette finished third in her heat, an impressive achievement despite illness and the mixed relay effort still in her legs!
- Imke Vervaet posted a strong time in the 400m semifinals, proving her improving form.
- Day 3: 🔥 Ben Broeders in top shape
- Ben Broeders secured 5th place in the pole vault with a solid 5.70m jump.
- Day 4: 🏃♀️ Elise Vanderelst and Imke Vervaet make an impact
- Elise Vanderelst showed her speed and experience with a strong 1500m performance.
- 🥈🥉 800m & 4x400m Relay
- Eliott Crestan raced to silver in the 800m.
- The Belgian Tornados clinched bronze in the 4x400m relay.
With these performances in the books, Belgium’s top athletes now set their sights on the Meeting International de Liège, where they aim to confirm their form and deliver another night of spectacular athletics! 🚀🔥
