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Neugebauer Crowned European Champion, Kaul Takes Silver

Leo Neugebauer wins the decathlon at the European Athletics Championships, securing the title with 8611 points while Kaul finishes in silver with 8573 points.

Neugebauer Crowned European Champion, Kaul Takes Silver

Neugebauer Crowned European Champion, Kaul Takes Silver

![Leo NEUGEBAUER (GER / Germany) reacts in the javelin throw of the decathlon during European Athletics Championships at Alexander Stadium on August 13, 2026 in Birmingham, Great Britain.](https://quadro.burda-forward.de/ctf/3b3ea094-d07e-44f2-8e3c-df2f07726732.547efda2-d746-4f4d-a077-c31c2ac8360a.jpg?im=RegionOfInterestCrop=(2731,1821),regionOfInterest=(1326,871)&hash=36b2b2f59e5599082f55271ad6e877c0d766ffc6b2e4b3a2ee4714f3b39cdf0b)

In a thrilling conclusion to the decathlon at the European Athletics Championships, Leo Neugebauer emerged victorious, securing the title of European Champion with a total of 8611 points. His performance outshone fellow competitor Kaul, who finished with 8573 points, earning him a silver medal.

Neugebauer's journey to the championship was marked by a dramatic finish. As he approached the final meters of the race, he struggled to maintain his speed, nearly collapsing as he crossed the finish line. Despite the exhaustion, he managed to complete the race, leaving spectators in suspense as the final scores were calculated.

In the race for the podium, Ferranti claimed victory, finishing ahead of Tesselaar. Kaul sprinted to a fourth-place finish, showcasing his strength throughout the competition.

As Neugebauer crossed the finish line, the crowd held its breath, wondering if his efforts would be enough to secure the championship. The tension mounted as officials tallied the scores, ultimately confirming his status as the champion.

This event not only highlighted Neugebauer's resilience but also set the stage for future competitions as both he and Kaul demonstrated exceptional talent and determination.