Heffernan hopes for medal spot

ROBERT HEFFERNAN could get close to a medal if everything goes well at the European Race-Walking Cup in Leamington Spa tomorrow.

The Corkman, having achieved the World Championship and Olympic qualifying standard, admits he can challenge for a medal.

“It is probably the first time I have gone into this race fully fit,” he said. “And if I can maintain my progression then I would like to think I can challenge for a medal.”