Yugoslavia year 1990 stamps European Athletics Championships Split

Yugoslavia year 1990 stamps European Athletics Championships 1990 Split MNH

The 1990 European Athletics Championships were held in Split, Croatia (at the time part of Yugoslavia), from August 28 to September 2, 1990. This event marked the 15th edition of the European Athletics Championships, which are held every two years. Split, with its rich history and beautiful coastal location, provided a picturesque setting for the championship.

During the event, athletes from European countries competed in various track and field events, showcasing their talent and skills. Some notable performances and athletes from the 1990 European Athletics Championships include:

• German sprinter Katrin Krabbe, who won the women’s 100m and 200m events.
• Sergey Bubka of the Soviet Union, who won the men’s pole vault event.
• Sally Gunnell of Great Britain, who won the women’s 400m hurdles.
• Heike Drechsler of East Germany, who won the women’s long jump.
• Colin Jackson of Great Britain, who won the men’s 110m hurdles.
• Yelena Romanova of the Soviet Union, who won the women’s marathon.

These championships provided an exciting platform for European athletes to compete at a high level and showcase their abilities, contributing to the rich tapestry of athletics history.