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Dutch Relay Teams set New National records at European Championships
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Madrid, Spain – The Netherlands showcased its sprinting prowess at the European Athletics Championships for country teams, with both the men’s and women’s 4x100m relay teams setting new national records. The men’s team clocked an remarkable 37.87 seconds, while the women’s team finished in 42.02 seconds.
Men’s 4x100m Relay Team Smashes Dutch Record
Nsikak Ekpo, Taymir Burnet, Xavi Mo-Ajok, and Elvis Afifa combined their speed and precision to achieve a time of 37.87 seconds in the 4x100m relay. This performance improved upon the previous Dutch record of 37.91 seconds, set in 2019 [[1]]. Burnet was also a part of the record-setting team five years ago, where Churandy Martina was the team leader.
Did You Know? The United States holds the world record in the men’s 4x100m relay, with a time of 36.84 seconds, set at the 2012 London Olympics [[2]].
Germany finished second in 38.27 seconds, followed by Great britain in third place with a time of 38.33 seconds.
Women’s 4x100m Relay Team Also Breaks National Record
Shortly after the men’s victory,Nadine Visser,Lieke Klaver,Minke Bisschops,and marije van Hunenstijn continued the Dutch dominance by winning the women’s 4x100m relay in a record time of 42.02 seconds.This shaved two-hundredths of a second off the previous record of 42.04 seconds, which was set in 2016.
Pro Tip: Relay races require seamless baton exchanges and synchronized running to maximize speed and efficiency.
Implications for World Cup Athletics
With their record-breaking performance, the Dutch men’s relay team is now almost assured of a spot at the World Cup Athletics in Tokyo. the team had previously missed direct qualification at the World Relays in China in May but now appears secure with their new record.
Other Notable Performances and Setbacks
While the relay teams celebrated, the Netherlands experienced setbacks in other events. Justin Sluijter recorded three invalid jumps in the long jump, and Nick Smidt was injured during the 400m hurdles and could not continue the race.
Despite the relay victories, the dutch team, which started as the leader after the Second Tournament Day, dropped to fourth place behind Italy, Germany, and Poland.
European Athletics Championships: A Closer Look
The European Athletics Championships provide a platform for countries to compete in various track and field events.The competition fosters national pride and serves as a crucial stepping stone for athletes aiming to qualify for global events like the World Championships and the Olympics.
| Team | Event | Time | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men | 4x100m Relay | 37.87 seconds | New Dutch Record |
| Women | 4x100m Relay | 42.02 seconds |
