Pole vault giant Armand Duplantis, as expected, had no problems reaching the European Championship final in Birmingham. A qualifying jump of 5.60 metres was enough for the world record holder. "It's the gold that counts," the 26-year-old tells SVT.
SportsSwedish pole vaulter Oliver Sandberg, of Huddinge AIS, will miss the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
SportsArmand Duplantis is chasing both a world record and another major title. National team captain Kajsa Bergqvist believes Sweden can set a new medal record. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the European Athletics Championships.
SportsThere will be a pair of siblings in the Swedish European Athletics team. Already selected discus thrower Vanessa Kamga will be joined by her sister Patricia, who competes in the hammer throw. It is the largest Swedish team in modern times, with 65 athletes, says national team captain Kajsa Bergqvist.
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