From Apeldoorn to Batumi, 2025 has been a defining year for European Athletics – a season of record-breaking performances, bold new initiatives and inspiring moments of unity across the continent.
In the latest issue of Inside Track, we celebrate the athletes, organisers and partners driving the sport forward – from the energy of Apeldoorn and the teamwork of Madrid to the innovation of the new Athletes’ Zone and the launch of Run Europe.
What’s inside this issue?
Progress, participation and pride - A welcome message and travel update from European Athletics President Dobromir Karamarinov.
Respect. Protect. Empower. - How European Athletics is advancing safeguarding, mental health and human rights across the sport.
Orange reign - The Netherlands dominated Apeldoorn 2025, winning seven golds amid electric home support and a sea of orange pride.
Magnifico in Madrid - Italy extend their golden era at the European Athletics Team Championships.
Bergen brilliance - Bergen 2025 delivered record-breaking performances along with a lasting legacy of sustainability.
Records fall and stars rise in Tampere - Tampere 2025 featured breakthrough performances on the track and inspiring initiatives off it across four unforgettable days.
Towards a greener finish line - Inside Track speaks to Elias Mertens, Project Manager at Golazo, on how the European Running Championships are leading on sustainability.
Introducing Run Europe - Run Europe is a bold new platform uniting the continent’s diverse running community – and why you can’t miss ERBC 2026 in Porto!
The man behind the mic - Andy Kay on 14 years of Golden Tracks – and what’s coming up in Batumi.
The State of our Sport - Inside Track’s regular update on the State of our Sport from European Athletics CEO Christian Milz.
Growing athletics inclusively across Europe - Across Europe, athletics is embracing new communities – welcoming families, diverse participants and people with disabilities into the sport.
Birmingham 2026: the countdown is on - In August 2026, Birmingham will host the UK’s first-ever European Athletics Championships, uniting over 50 nations for a week of world-class competition.