Thomas Barr's written his name into the history books of Athletics.
He's the first ever Irishman to win a medal in a sprint event at the European Championships
The Waterford man claimed a bronze medal in the 400 metres hurdles - finishing third.
Thank you thank you thank you everyone for all your messages! I can not believe this day has come true... it’s genuinely insane!! Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen and to everyone for their messages of support!! 😍☘️🇮🇪
— Thomas Barr (@TomBarr247) August 9, 2018
The 26 year old powered to the finish line in a seasonal best time of 48 point 31 seconds:
