45-Year-Old National Champion Sets M45 European Masters Championships Ablaze to Clinch Gold

Track and field is a test of speed, strength, agility, and endurance. And it is no surprise that with age, all these qualities notice a fall. If we look at the current reigning stars of track and field, sprinters like Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Shericka Jackson, and many more, they are largely in their twenties. One of the all-time greats of the sport, Usain Bolt, retired in 2017 as he touched 30. However, although not in competition with the present star athletes, one star shone in his own event, defying age.

The M45 European Masters Championship is for male athletes aged between 45-49 years of age. This is a biennial competition organized for the veteran athletes. Sprinters from Europe and other countries take part in this competition. During the event this year, one 45-year-old athlete put up a stellar performance.

45-year-old National Champion clinches Gold

Lion Martinez from Sweden, clinched gold in the M45 European Masters Championship this year. The Swede managed his racing journey with a super-fast speed of just 10.73 heartbeats. This man thus showed his actual strength and prowess on the track. On the second spot, we have Leonardo Francesco with 11.86 seconds. The Track Spice on their official X handle mentioned this: “45 year old Lion Martinez runs a super fast 10.73 in the 100m. He won the M45 European Masters Championships.”

If we talk about his standings in the current world ranking, in the 100 m he stands at 1518 rank with 987 score points. Adding to this, in the 200 m race, he is at 1497th place with overall 931 points. He fetched 987 score points in the overall men’s ranking. Masters M45 100 m World record progression has also been commendable.

An extended chance to glory

European Masters Athletic Championship got its initial start in 1978. Since its inception, it has conducted 22 editions. Recently in the year 2023, the event was organized in Pescara, Central Italy from September 21 to October 1st. The 2022 event was held in Braga.

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Recently, the 2023 edition’s closing ceremony was conducted under President Fedjushina. The commitments of all the athletes with their dedication, spirit, joy, and disappointment were discussed. This eleven-day extravaganza was full of marvelous efforts and passion. The event aims to foster international support, brotherhood, friendship, understanding and cooperation. Athletes across Europe came to celebrate this event. Side by side, it also gives a chance to the senior athletes who still have it in them.

The next championships will be held in Madeira (POR) in 2025. It will also be a great and splendid location for the sports enthusiasts. Sprinting events are a mark of human potential and excellence. It is an adventurous sport that results in an adrenaline rush and excitement.

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