The European Athletics Championships have officially begun in Birmingham, with the opening ceremony taking place at Alexander Stadium. This event marks a significant moment as it is the first time in the championships' 92-year history that it has been hosted in Great Britain.
Morning sessions saw a flurry of heats and qualification rounds. Great Britain's Max Burgin won his men's 800m heat, while Imani Lansiquot secured her place in the women's 100m semi-finals by finishing second in her heat. Lina Nielsen also progressed by winning her women's 400m hurdles heat.
The evening session is set to feature two major finals. Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen will compete in the men's 5,000m final at 8:40pm BST. Later, at 9:50pm, Dina Asher-Smith will defend her women's 100m title against fellow GB teammate Amy Hunt.