Sharlene Mawdsley, an in-form Irish athlete, has been forced to withdraw from the European Championships after sustaining a hamstring tear. The injury occurred just days before the event in Birmingham, marking a setback for one of Ireland’s top contenders. Mawdsley had set four personal bests this season, positioning her as a key player for the team. Her absence will be a significant loss for the Irish squad, which had high hopes for her performance. The injury was confirmed by medical staff, who advised her to focus on recovery. (thejournal.ie)

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  • The Journal — 'Down, not out': Hamstring tear forces in-form Sharlene Mawdsley out of European Championships