BIRMINGHAM – Curaçao-born sprinter Terence Agard has won a special bronze medal at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, reaching the podium together with his partner, Dutch star athlete Lieke Klaver.
The 36-year-old Agard helped the Netherlands secure bronze in the mixed 4x400-meter relay, marking another major achievement in a career that has required him to overcome years of injury setbacks.
The medal carried additional significance for Agard because he shared the achievement with Klaver. It is the first time the couple has stood together on the podium at a major championship.
Born and raised in Curaçao, Agard fought his way back to the highest level of competition after struggling with injuries and earned his place in the Dutch relay team.
During the race, Agard demonstrated his determination with a dramatic dive during the baton exchange. He fell onto the track but managed to complete the handover in time, allowing the Dutch team to remain in contention for a medal.
The Netherlands ultimately crossed the line in bronze-medal position, giving Agard a memorable return to the European podium.
For the Curaçao-born athlete, the result represents not only a sporting achievement after a difficult road back to elite competition, but also a unique personal moment alongside Klaver.
The bronze in Birmingham adds another international medal to Agard’s career and puts the Curaçao-born sprinter back among Europe’s medal-winning athletes.