Mark English of Ireland during the Men's 800m Semifinal 2 on day three of the 2026 European Athletics Championship at Perry Barr's Alexander Stadium, Birmingham. Mark English delivered another standout performance on the third day of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. “It was really good,” English said. “I felt really good and tried to control it as much as I could. The Irish interest continues on Thursday with English chasing a medal in the evening 800m final, while Zoe Becker takes on the women’s 400m semi-finals in the morning.