Johnson-Thompson vows she still has hunger to compete

Katarina Johnson-Thompson, a two-time world champion, expressed her enduring passion for competing at the European Athletics Championships. Despite a challenging season marred by injuries, the 33-year-old Olympic silver medallist completed the heptathlon, crossing the finish line to the cheers of her home support in Birmingham. Johnson-Thompson, who finished 21st among 21 athletes, stated at the end of the first day of competition that she was simply grateful to be participating after a season of setbacks.

Her focus remains on the present, with the future competing for major honors still in her sights. While she acknowledged her sixth global podium finish was below her best, Johnson-Thompson emphasized the importance of finishing the race and honoring her team. Her determination to return to the top of the sport after recovering from a career-threatening injury is evident in her remarks, as she revels in the moment and looks forward to further opportunities at the World Championships and Olympic Games in the coming years.