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Katie Bergin Makes History with National Indoor 200m Title and Personal Best
University College Cork (UCC) student Katie Bergin has made history by clinching the National Senior Indoor 200m title at the recent championships in Abbottstown, Dublin. Representing Moyne Athletic Club, Bergin's remarkable performance not only earned her a personal best time of 24.03 seconds but also marked the first-ever national senior indoor title in the club's 77-year history.
Bergin, a dedicated Physical Education student at UCC, showcased her exceptional talent and commitment throughout the competition. In the heats, she secured victory with a time of 24.27 seconds, narrowly missing her previous personal best by just 0.01 seconds. This outstanding effort positioned her as the fastest qualifier among 34 athletes, setting the stage for an exhilarating final.
In the final, Bergin's determination was on full display as she dominated the race, finishing in 24.03 seconds and surpassing her previous indoor personal best by 0.23 seconds. This achievement places her joint 14th on the Irish all-time list for the indoor 200m event.
Her success has not only brought pride to Moyne AC but also serves as an inspiration to her peers at UCC and the broader athletic community. Bergin's dedication to both her academic and athletic pursuits exemplifies the spirit of excellence that UCC strives to foster among its students.
As Bergin continues her studies and training, the UCC community eagerly anticipates her future accomplishments on the track. Her recent triumph underscores the potential for greatness when passion and perseverance align.
For a closer look at Bergin's record-setting performance, you can watch the race highlights here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9E81Z7z0eY
Katie's race starts at the 3 hour and 58 minute mark of the video.
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