Antonio Abadía facts for kids

Antonio Abadía Beci (born on July 2, 1990) is a Spanish long-distance runner. He is known for competing in races like the 5000 metres and 10,000 metres. Antonio has represented Spain in many important athletics events around the world.

Antonio's Running Journey

Antonio Abadía has had an exciting career in track and field. He started competing in big events when he was young.

• In 2007, he won a bronze medal at the European Youth Olympic Festival in Serbia. This was for the 2000 metres steeplechase, a race with hurdles and water jumps!
• Two years later, in 2009, he won a gold medal at the European Junior Championships. This time it was for the 3000 metres steeplechase. This showed he was a rising star in running.
• He continued to compete in major championships. In 2014, he ran in the World Indoor Championships and the European Championships.
• One of his biggest achievements came in 2016. He won a bronze medal in the 10,000 metres race at the European Athletics Championships in Amsterdam. This was a huge moment for him!
• Later that year, he even competed in the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He ran in the 5000 metres race, which is a dream for many athletes.
• Antonio also took part in the Mediterranean Games in 2018, representing Spain.

Setting New Records

Athletes often try to set their "personal bests." These are the fastest times they have ever run in a specific race. Antonio Abadía has set some impressive personal bests:

Outdoor Races

• 1500 metres – 3 minutes, 37.24 seconds (in Huelva, 2016)
• 3000 metres – 7 minutes, 48.14 seconds (in London, 2017)
• 5000 metres – 13 minutes, 12.68 seconds (in Hengelo, 2016)
• 10,000 metres – 28 minutes, 7.14 seconds (in Maia, 2016)
• 10 kilometres (road race) - 27 minutes, 47 seconds (in Laredo, 2018)
• 3000 metres steeplechase – 8 minutes, 34.75 seconds (in Ostrava, 2011)

Indoor Races

• 3000 metres – 7 minutes, 46.36 seconds (in Sopot, 2014)

These times show how dedicated and fast Antonio is as a long-distance runner!

See Also

In Spanish: Toni Abadía para niños