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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Dave Clark and Rachel Steinberg

Man arrested, athletes stuck and medal ceremonies delayed in armed police operation at European Championships

Athletes including triple gold medallist Amy Hunt were delayed leaving the stadium - (PA Wire)

Medal ceremonies at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham were postponed on Saturday evening and transport was suspended after a man was arrested on suspicion of fraud, leaving fans and athletes stranded at Alexander Stadium.

Athletes started queuing for official transport at 10.15pm but many did not arrive back at their hotels until 12.45am on Sunday, with some set to compete again on Sunday night.

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