Mona McSharry advanced to the 200m breaststroke semi-finals at the European Championships in Paris after a strong performance in the morning heats. The 19-year-old Irish swimmer, already a European silver medallist in the 100m breaststroke, is aiming for a second medal in the same event. Her time in the heats set a new Irish record, securing her a place in the semifinals.
McSharry’s achievement in the 100m event came after she had previously won Olympic bronze. Her success in Paris continues her strong form on the international stage. The European Championships, held in Paris, have seen several Irish athletes compete across different swimming disciplines.
In other events, 19-year-old John Shortt competed in the 200m backstroke but finished seventh in the semi-finals. While Shortt’s result did not advance him further, McSharry’s progression highlights the depth of Irish swimming talent. Her focus now shifts to the semifinals, where she hopes to add to her European medal tally.
