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Amalie Smith could hardly have wished for a better start to the 2026 European Junior Championships. At 16 years of age, the British star claimed two gold medals on the opening day in Munich while breaking two championship records along the way. Thanks to her outstanding performances and the success of the relay squads, the United Kingdom finishes the first day at the top of the medal table with three medals, including two golds, once again highlighting the remarkable strength of its next generation of swimmers.