# Polish athletics Złote Kolce awards 2026

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> Updated: 2026-10-27T06:20:00.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2.

The Orlen Złote Kolce Śląskie gala, presented by the Polish Athletic Association (PZLA), honored the top performers of the athletics season at the Silesian Stadium in Chorzów.

Jakub Szymański was named the men’s athlete of the year. His season was marked by becoming the indoor world champion in the 60m hurdles and winning a bronze medal at the European Championships in the 110m hurdles. He also established a new national record in the indoor 60m hurdles with a time of 7.37 seconds.

Klaudia Kazimierska received the women’s title, overtaking Natalia Bukowiecka for the top spot. Kazimierska’s achievements included winning the Diamond League final in Brussels, the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest, and a European vice-championship. She also set a new Polish record in the 1500m with a time of 3:54.05.

The event featured legendary figures such as Marian Woronin and Robert Korzeniowski to commemorate the year’s accomplishments.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Polish Athletics Awards Highlight Jakub Szymański and Klaudia Kazimierska

At the Złote Kolce awards, Jakub Szymański and Klaudia Kazimierska were recognized as top athletes following successful seasons in indoor and outdoor competitions.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/polish-athletics-awards-highlight-jakub-szymaski-and-klaudia-kazimierska

### 2026-10-24: Klaudia Kazimierska and Jakub Szymański win Złote Kolce 2026

Athletes Klaudia Kazimierska and Jakub Szymański were honored as the best of the season at the 2026 Złote Kolce Śląskie gala in Chorzów.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-cultural-and-religious-festivals-held-in-poland

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