July Athlete of the Month: Anika Thompson

Club: Leevale AC

Cork City Sports is proud to announce Anika Thompson (Leevale AC) as the Athlete of the Month for July, following her historic gold medal performance in the 10,000m and bronze medal in the 5,000m at the European Athletics U23 Championships in Bergen

Anika delivered a stirring victory in the women’s 10,000m, becoming just the second Irish athlete ever to win gold at the European U23 Championships—joining Sophie O’Sullivan, who claimed 1500m gold in Espoo in 2023. In an electrifying race, Thompson and Germany’s Kira Weis led from the gun, stride for stride, until Anika surged away on the final lap to claim the title.

Despite a hectic competition and travel schedule, Anika made time to accept the award in person at MTU Stadium, just before departing for the National Senior Championships and returning to the United States.

We congratulate Anika on this incredible achievement and wish her continued success as she proudly represents Ireland on the international stage.On the final day of competition in Bergen, 10000m champion Thompson climbed the podium again after finishing third in the 5000m