Wed Sep 16 2026

🚨 SAM JAMES NEEDS YOUR VOTE! 🚨

What an absolute fairytale of a season it has been for Sam James, and it’s not over yet!

He has officially been nominated for European Athletics Men's Rising Star of the Year! 🌟🏆

The public vote counts for 50% of the total outcome, so every single vote matters to help get him across the line!

Why Sam deserves your vote:
🥇 European U18 Champion: Dominated the field in Rieti to take home the Gold!
🚀 Unbelievable 2.25m World Lead: Cleared a sensational 2.25m—shattering the Championship Record and holding the U18 World Lead!
🇬🇧 National Record Holder: Equalled the legendary 36-year-old British U18 High Jump record!
🌍 Stepping Up: Placed an incredible 5th at the World U20 Championships against older competition!

📲 VOTE FOR SAM HERE: https://www.european-athletics.com/home/golden-track-vote

Voting closes at 23:59 CEST on Monday, 28th September!

Let’s show up and get our European Champion the recognition he deserves. Share, tag your friends, and get voting! 👇

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