McPhillips exits 800m as Irish trio reach semi-finals
Mark English has eased his way into the semi-final of the Men's 800m after winning his Round 1 heat, but there was a surprise early exit for Cian McPhillips at the European Athletics Championship in Birmingham.
Mark English secured his place in the semi-finals of the Men's 800m at the European Athletics Championship in Birmingham after winning his Round 1 heat with a time of 1:46.96. However, Cian McPhillips and Sarah Lavin struggled in their respective heats, finishing last and fourth. In field events, Eric Favors qualified for the final of the Shot Put, and Nicola Tuthill reached the final of the Hammer Throw. Despite her strong performance in the Women's 100m Hurdles heat, Ciara Neville failed to advance to the finals.
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