Klaver and Weir appreciate Silesia 2023 European Athletics Team Championships' unique benefits
Posted : 24 June 2023
Lieke Klaver and Zane Weir, participating in the 1st Division competition of the Silesia 2023 European Athletics Team Championships, emphasized the unique benefits of the event for the sport.
Klaver, a European indoor 400m silver medalist representing the Netherlands in the women's 200m, praised the competition for allowing athletes from all events to participate and experience a high level of athletics.
Weir, who won European indoor gold in shot put for Italy, appreciated the accessibility of the Team Championships and how it brings together individual athletes in a team sports-like environment.
Regarding predictions about Italy's success in the event, Weir expressed cautiousness towards expectations and emphasized his excitement for the team's performance.
Looking ahead to Rome hosting the European Athletics Championships next year, he described it as a special occasion due to the beauty of the country. Pia Skrzyszowska, Poland's European 100m hurdles champion, reminisced about her previous victories at the Slaski Stadium and expressed her hope to contribute points to the team's success once again.
The Polish pole vaulter Piotr Lisek, a three-time world medalist and previous winner at the event, echoed the positive team spirit and expressed determination to win. While acknowledging the challenges, Lisek believed that their mindset would drive them forward.
The athletes' comments reflect their enthusiasm for the competition, the camaraderie among teammates, and the potential for personal bests and team achievements at the event.
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