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Shot-putter saves Belgium from disqualification by running hurdles.

Jolien Boumkwo, a shot-putter from Belgium, made her debut in the 100-meter hurdles at the European Team Championships in Krakow, Poland, after her team's two hurdlers were injured. Boumkwo, who regularly competes in strength events, took her time and finished the race in 32.81 seconds, last in her heat. Her goal was to finish without injury and help her team avoid disqualification. Despite her efforts, Belgium finished 14th in the team standings and was demoted to Division 2.

via The New York Times|

#100-meter-hurdles #belgium #european-team-championships

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Belgian Shot Putter Becomes Viral Sensation for Hurdling to Save Team from DQ

Belgium shot putter and hammer thrower Jolien Boumkwo stepped in to run the 100-meter hurdles at the European Championships in Poland after two runners were injured, earning her team two crucial points in the First Division standings and saving them from disqualification. Despite not being a hurdler, Boumkwo carefully went over each hurdle and finished with a time of 32.81 seconds, earning praise on social media for her team spirit.

via USA TODAY|

#100-meter-hurdles #belgium #european-championships

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Shot Putter's Heroic Hurdles Save Belgium from Disqualification

Belgian shot put and hammer throw champion Jolien Boumkwo ran the 100-meter hurdles at the European Championships in Poland to save her team from disqualification after two hurdlers had to pull out due to injury. Boumkwo finished the race without knocking any of the hurdles down in 32.81 seconds, earning two points for the team and displaying great team spirit.

via ESPN|

#100m-hurdles #belgium #european-championships