Israeli Athlete Advah Cohen Advances to 3000m Steeplechase Final at European Championships

Israeli runner Advah Cohen qualified for the final of the 3000 meters steeplechase at the European Athletics Championships, finishing her heat with a time of 9:37.15. This placed her 16th overall among the 16 finalists. Cohen, 30, secured eighth place in the first heat and will compete for a medal in the final scheduled for Thursday evening, three days after the heats.

Cohen is a seasoned athlete who has represented Israel in three World Championships and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, holding the national record in her event. Her personal best was set on September 15, 2025, at the World Championships in Tokyo, where she clocked 9:19.90.

In the heats, Leah Meyer posted the fastest qualifying time of 9:32.21, followed closely by Germany's Gesa Krause at 9:32.27 and Alice Turner in third with 9:32.40. Cohen's advancement marks a significant achievement for Israeli athletics on the European stage.