A Golden Start to 2025

Jeremiah Azu, representing Great Britain, has proclaimed 2025 as the best year of his life after securing the men's 60m gold at the European Athletics Indoor Championships. Achieving a personal best of 6.49 seconds in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, Azu not only bagged his first individual international title but also set the stage for a promising year ahead.

Family and Career: A Delicate Balance

Just a week before his historic win, Azu celebrated the birth of his son. Balancing the joy of fatherhood with the demands of professional athletics, Azu expressed his gratitude towards his partner for supporting his decision to compete in the championships despite the significant personal event. "I'm grateful to my partner that she allowed me to come out here and get some business done," Azu shared, highlighting the personal sacrifices inherent in a professional sports career.

The Race That Defined a Victory

The final race was a nail-biter, with mere milliseconds deciding the podium finishes. Sweden's Henrik Larsson took silver with a time of 6.52 seconds, closely followed by Azu's GB teammate Andrew Robertson, who secured bronze with 6.55 seconds. Azu described the intense few moments post-race, where the reality of his victory had not yet set in. "In those moments everything's heightened, you're super aware of everyone," Azu recounted, emphasizing the tactical and psychological aspects of sprinting at such a high level.

Looking Ahead: World Athletics Indoor Championships

Buoyed by his success, Azu is now setting his sights on the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China. Confident in his abilities and recent performances, Azu is optimistic about his selection and potential performance on the world stage. "I've always believed I can run 6.4 so it's really nice to finally achieve it. The time speaks for itself," Azu stated, reflecting on his sub-6.5 seconds sprint and its implications for his upcoming challenges.

Robertson's Unexpected Bronze

Andrew Robertson, Azu's teammate, also had a tale of triumph. Initially a reserve, Robertson's late call-up to the GB squad was a stroke of luck that led to his first individual international medal. "A week later I'm a bronze medallist. I can't really ask for anything better," Robertson joyously remarked, acknowledging the unpredictability and opportunities that sports can present.