In a thrilling conclusion to the European Championships hammer throw competition, Wojciech Nowicki clinched his fourth consecutive gold medal for Poland. Despite being in third place before the final round, Nowicki delivered an impressive throw of 80.95 meters, surpassing his competitors and securing victory. This win continues Poland’s dominance in the event, with the country claiming gold in every European Championship since 2016.
A Strong Start and a Resilient Finish
Nowicki began the competition strongly, recording throws of 78.61 meters and 80.14 meters in his first two attempts, putting him in the lead. However, his position was challenged in the fourth and fifth rounds when Hungary’s Bence Halasz threw 80.49 meters and Ukraine’s Mykhaylo Kokhan reached 80.18 meters, pushing Nowicki to third place. In a remarkable display of determination, Nowicki’s final throw of 80.95 meters ensured his place at the top of the podium.
Poland’s Hammer Throw Legacy Continues
Poland’s supremacy in the hammer throw at the European Championships dates back to 2016, with Paweł Fajdek winning the title that year, followed by Nowicki’s victories in the subsequent competitions. Despite Fajdek finishing sixth in this year’s event with a best throw of 77.50 meters, the country’s dominance in the sport remains unchallenged.
Final Standings and Performance Highlights
The final standings of the competition showcased Nowicki’s exceptional performance, with Halasz and Kokhan taking the silver and bronze medals respectively. Germany’s Merlin Hummel and France’s Yann Chaussinand completed the top five, with noteworthy throws of 79.25 meters and 78.37 meters. Norway’s Eivind Henriksen and Croatia’s Matija Gregurić rounded out the top eight competitors.
Results:
- Wojciech Nowicki (Poland) – 80.95 meters
- Bence Halasz (Hungary) – 80.49 meters
- Mykhaylo Kokhan (Ukraine) – 80.18 meters
- Merlin Hummel (Germany) – 79.25 meters
- Yann Chaussinand (France) – 78.37 meters
- Paweł Fajdek (Poland) – 77.50 meters
- Eivind Henriksen (Norway) – 76.51 meters
- Matija Gregurić (Croatia) – 75.47 meters
Wojciech Nowicki’s victory not only highlights his consistent excellence but also underscores Poland’s continued prominence in the hammer throw at the European Championships.
