Great Britain 400m hurdler Alastair Chalmers says he is in the “form of his life” as he prepares to compete in the European Championships.
The 24-year-old from Guernsey is hoping to put an injury-hit 2023 behind him and make the Olympic qualifying mark of 48.70 seconds in Rome.
Chalmers won Guernsey’s first-ever track medal at a Commonwealth Games when he took bronze in Birmingham two years ago.
He takes part in his maiden European Championships in Rome on Sunday.
“I’m healthy. I’m running well, winning races and I’m beating some guys who have been there and done it,” he told BBC Radio Guernsey.
“I’m in great shape and just going to take it one round at a time on Sunday.
“Last year was a shame getting injured early on, I just couldn’t get back to my full potential.
“But this year it’s just been amazing.
“I’ve really put my head down, worked hard and every session I’ve got better at, so I’m faster, stronger and I’m looking forward to a nice hot day in Rome, a good track, good competition and putting it all together.”