At the 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, Slovak sprinter Ema Bendová secured her place in the women’s 100-meter semifinals, establishing herself among the top young talents on the global stage. Competing against a deep international field at Hayward Field, Bendová delivered a strong performance in the heats to advance, ranking as the fifth-fastest European competitor in the event according to official competition results.
The Slovak national team delegation arrived in Eugene following a pre-competition training camp in Corvallis, Oregon. The roster also expanded with the addition of Renáta Bergström to the team lineup.
Strong European Ranking in the 100-Meter Sprints
Bendová’s qualification for the 100-meter semifinals came following a disciplined race execution that placed her firmly among the top European sprinters in the U20 age category.
Slovak Team Dynamics and Schedule at Hayward Field
What Comes Next in Eugene
Bendová will return to the track for the 100-meter semifinals as she chases a spot in the global final.
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