GB's Leaver claims another bronze after Burgess gold

Lois Leaver, representing Great Britain, achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a bronze medal in the women's kayak final at the Canoe Slalom World Cup event held in Prague. This event marked her third consecutive bronze win in the World Cup series this year, showcasing her consistent performance on the international stage. Leaver's medal was clinched in a tightly contested race, finishing just 0.1 seconds behind the silver medalist, Camille Prigent from France. Despite incurring a penalty during her run, the 23-year-old Scot demonstrated resilience and skill, ultimately trailing only behind the gold medalist, American Evy Leibfarth. Leaver's achievement adds to the momentum of the Great Britain canoeing team, highlighting their competitive spirit and capability in the sport.

In addition to Leaver's success, Adam Burgess contributed to Great Britain's medal tally by winning gold in the men's C1 event. This victory came after he had previously secured a silver medal at the World Cup opener in Spain earlier this month. The recent event in Prague introduced a short course format, which featured a reduced number of gates, making the race even more challenging for athletes. Burgess, who is also an Olympic silver medallist, showcased his prowess by defeating Slovenia's Ziga Lin Hocevar, while Olympic champion Nicolas Gestin from France took home the bronze in this event. The Canoe Slalom World Cup series is nearing its conclusion, with one final round scheduled in Tacen, Slovenia, before the grand finale in Augsburg, Germany. The performances by both Leaver and Burgess underscore the strength of the British team as they approach the final stages of the competition.