Kate O'Connor excelled at the World University Games in Germany, achieving gold in the heptathlon with a record score of 6487 points. This performance bettered her previous best of 6297 points established in 2021 and ranked her fourth globally this year. O'Connor's year has been significant, marked by several medals in multi-events, including bronze at the European Indoors. In the heptathlon, she overcame a slow start in hurdles, achieving impressive results in subsequent events, concluding with a personal best in the 800m, indicating potential for further achievements.
Kate O'Connor dominated the heptathlon at the World University Games with a record-breaking 6487 points, crushing her previous Irish record and securing gold.
At 24, O'Connor's year has been remarkable, featuring multiple record-honoring performances including two new Irish pentathlon records and multiple international medals.
The 100m hurdles began shakily for O'Connor, but she rebounded with a 1.83m high jump and a 24.33 personal best in the 200m.
Despite some initial struggles, O'Connor secured gold by completing the 800m with a personal best of 2:10.46, showcasing her potential for further improvement.
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