1997 European Cup (athletics)

The 18th Athletics European Cup Super League Final took place in the Olympic Stadium of Munich ( Germany ) on 21 and 22 June 1997. Since now also the pole vault and hammer throw were held by women, the competition included 39 events ( 20 men, 19 women). More than 50,000 spectators were present when Linford Christie, the "Mr. Europecup ", after 10 years, gave his farewell and those with a European Cup record by setting his own cup record in the 100 meters in 10.04 s crowned.

It was also celebrated with a festival program attractive for young and old the 25th anniversary of the Olympic Park from 1972.

Countries ratings the Super League

Country ratings of the first league

There the countries of the 1st League (former B-final ) also met on 21 and 22 June in Prague (Czech Republic) and Dublin (Ireland).

Country ratings of the 2nd League

It countries in the second league (formerly C- finals) also met on 21 and 22 June in Odense (Denmark) and Riga ( Latvia).