Eliya Geshao Wins Bronze as Israel Takes Team Gold in European Athletics Marathon
Eliya Geshao achieved a major milestone at the European Athletics Championships on Sunday by finishing third in the marathon with a time of 2:09:21, earning the bronze medal. His performance helped Israel secure the team gold medal in the marathon, marking the second consecutive and third overall team victory for the Israeli squad. The team’s success was bolstered by strong runs from Geshao, Tedesa Getahon, and Eymeru Almeya.
Emmanuel Petros won the individual gold with a time of 2:09:11, narrowly beating Italy’s Pietro Riva, who took silver at 2:09:18. Geshao completed the podium just seconds behind. Getahon also posted an impressive time, finishing fifth at 2:09:31, while Almeya placed eighth with 2:09:45. Additional Israeli runners included Yitayew Abuhay in 12th place, former world runner-up Maru Teferi in 22nd, and Bokayo Melka in 34th.
This achievement highlights the strength and depth of Israel’s marathon team on the European stage, continuing their recent dominance in the event.
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