Great Britain and Northern Ireland have announced a strong squad of 42 athletes for the 2025 European Team Championships in Madrid. The team includes a mix of senior debutants and established international performers, all aiming to gain valuable experience and compete at the highest level.
Meanwhile, the Performance Director at UK Athletics, Paula Dunn, has emphasised the importance of the event for athlete development.
She said, “The European Team Championships provide an excellent opportunity for our athletes to gain valuable championship experience in a highly competitive environment.”
The championships serve as a key milestone for many athletes as they prepare for the World Championships later in the year. Dunn added,
“With 42 athletes representing the GB&NI team, including several senior debutants and established international performers, this event plays a crucial role in their development and season plans.”
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The Great Britain and Northern Ireland team has undergone intensive training focused on speed, endurance, and teamwork. Coaches have worked closely with athletes to prepare them physically and mentally for the challenges ahead. The squad looks ready to face Europe’s best athletes and deliver strong performances.
“Competing in Madrid against Europe’s best will be a key milestone for many as we look ahead to the World Championships later in the year,” Dunn said. “I am confident that this team will rise to the challenge and look forward to supporting the squad in Spain.”
Additionally, the 2025 European Team Championships represent a vital step in Great Britain and Northern Ireland’s athletics calendar. With a well-rounded squad and strong leadership from UK Athletics, the team aims to build momentum and achieve success on the continental stage.
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Hopeful, the athletes will showcase their talent and bring pride to their nation. Moreover, the event promises exciting races and memorable moments as the squad battles for medals and valuable ranking points.
Here is the List of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Athletes Set to Grace the Event
Women
100m: Aleeya Sibbons (Coral Davis, Newham & Essex Beagles)
200m: Rachel Bennett (Anita Richardson, Sale Harriers)*
400m: Emily Newnham (Nick Dakin, Shaftesbury Barnet)
800m: Abigail Ives (Luke Gunn, Basildon)*
1500m: Revee Walcott-Nolan (Thomas Dreissigaker, Luton)
5000m: Calli Hauger-Thackery (Nick Hauger, Hallamshire)
100m Hurdles: Abigail Pawlett (Ashley Bryant, Trafford)
400m Hurdles: Lina Nielsen (Tony Lester, Shaftesbury Barnet)
3000m Steeplechase: Sarah Tait (Linda Smith, Lassawad)*
Long Jump: Jazmin Sawyers (Aston Moore, City of Stoke)
Triple Jump: Georgina Forde-Wells (Lukasz Zawila, Woodford Green Essex Ladies)
High Jump: Emily Borthwick (Wigan & District)
Pole Vault: Gemma Tutton (Richard Pilling, Lewes)
Shot Put: Serena Vincent (Mike Winch, City of Portsmouth)
Discus: Zara Obamakinwa (Mark Chapman, Blackheath and Bromley)
Hammer: Anna Purchase (Mo Saatara, Notts)
Javelin: Bekah Walton (David Turner, Blackheath & Bromley)
4x100m Relay: Desiree Henry (Linford Christie, Enfield & Haringey), Bianca Williams (Linford Christie, Thames Valley), Imani-Lara Lansiquot (Ryan Freckleton, Sutton & District)
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Men
100m: Eugene Amo-Dadzie (Steve Fudge, Woodford Green Essex Ladies)
200m: Toby Harries (David Sadkin, Brighton Phoenix)
400m: Sam Reardon (Nigel Sticking, Blackheath & Bromley)
800m: Tiarnan Crorken (Andrew Henderson, Preston)*
1500m: Archie Davis (Joel Kidger, Brighton Phoenix)
5000m: David Mullarkey (Andrew Henderson, Leeds City)*
110m Hurdles: Tade Ojora (Joanna Hayes, Windsor Slough Eton & Hounslow)
400m Hurdles: Alastair Chalmers (Matt Elias, Guernsey)
3000m Steeplechase: Will Battershill (Luke Gunn, Bristol & West)
Long Jump: Samuel Khogali (Lukasz Zawila, Woodford Green Essex Ladies)*
Triple Jump: Efe Uwaifo (Daniel Hooker, Harrow)
High Jump: Kimani Jack (Julian Reid, Shaftesbury Barnett)*
Pole Vault: Owen Heard (Kate Rooney, Harrow)*
Shot Put: Scott Lincoln (Dale Stevenson, City of York)
Discus: Lawrence Okoye (Zane Duquemin, Croydon)
Hammer: Jake Norris (Paul Dickenson, Windsor Slough Eton & Hounslow)
Javelin: Daniel Bainbridge (Tom Dobbing, Shaftesbury Barnet)
4x100m Relay: Romell Glave (Michael Afilaka, Croydon), Jona Efoloko (Ryan Freckleton, Sale Harriers Manchester), Adam Gemili (Marco Airale, Blackheath & Bromley), Joe Ferguson (Richard Kilty, Sheffield & Dearne)
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Mixed
Mixed 4x400m Relay: Evan Blackman (Dai Greene, Corby).
The Great Britain and Northern Ireland team enters the championships with high hopes and clear goals. Their preparation and determination set the stage for a strong showing in Madrid, paving the way for future international success.