Amy Hunt, the newly crowned European double-sprint champion, has revealed a mysterious health scare that nearly sidelined her during her impressive performances. Following her victories in both the 100m and 200m events at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, the 24-year-old world 200m silver medallist shared that a troubling blood pressure issue had raised alarm among her medical team.

After the London Diamond League in July, Hunt experienced a severe episode that left her feeling faint, necessitating a series of medical tests. She described the situation, saying, "I was kind of on the floor on the verge of fainting." Despite this setback, she managed to shine on the track, achieving her goal of winning gold medals in her individual events.

While doctors identified her condition as low blood pressure, the underlying cause remains a mystery. Hunt expressed her gratitude for the support from her family, particularly her sister, a nurse, who emphasized the seriousness of her condition.

Hunt has been diligently monitoring her blood pressure daily and following a specific regimen to manage her health, including:

• Using salty electrolytes from her supplement sponsors
• Applying cold towels
• Staying active during training breaks

In a thrilling semi-final, Hunt outpaced Dina Asher-Smith, the two-time European women’s 200m champion, finishing just a tenth of a second ahead. Reflecting on her journey, she noted, "I woke up with just such an utter kind of feeling of calm; I felt so peaceful and tranquil."

With her remarkable resilience, Hunt aims to secure a total of four gold medals at the championships, showcasing her determination to overcome challenges both on and off the track.