Emmanouil Karalis delivered the world’s best performance of 2026 in the pole vault on Saturday,…
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Greek middle-distance runner Georgia Despollari made an impressive start to her indoor season by finishing…
Tentoglou Takes Second Place in Budapest Long Jump with 8.05m Greek Olympic gold medallist and…
Greek athletes dominated the 77th Balkan Athletics Championships in Volos, securing multiple gold medals on July 26, 2025. Miltiadis Tentoglou led with a long jump gold, while the men’s and women’s 4x100m teams, Elina Tzengko, and others also topped the podium.
Greek long jump star Miltos Tentoglou dominated in Madrid with an 8.46-meter world-leading jump, setting a new 2025 event record. “I didn’t just want to win; I wanted to crush them,” he told ERT, eyeing a potential national record at the upcoming Balkan Championships.
Greek pole vaulter Emanouil Karalis delivered a stellar performance at the Shanghai Diamond League on Saturday (May 3rd), securing second place with a remarkable clearance of 6.01 meters, setting a new Greek national record for the summer season.
Mondo Duplantis Triumphs with 5.92m in Xiamen Diamond League Pole Vault, Karalis Takes Second Despite…
In the final of the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Nanjing, China, Greek Olympic champion Miltiadis Tentoglou finished without a medal for the first time since 2019, ending with an invalid sixth jump after a strong effort until the last attempt.
Greek pole vaulter Emmanouil Karalis soared to his first career gold medal at the European Indoor Athletics Championships in Apeldoorn, Netherlands, on March 9, 2025. Sharing the title with Dutch athlete Floon after both cleared 5.90 meters, Karalis capped a stellar season that included six national records and a historic 6.01-meter jump.
Emmanouil Karalis achieved an astonishing feat by setting a new national record in pole vault during the All Star Perche meeting in Clermont-Ferrand, France. Clearing a remarkable height of 6.02 meters, Karalis dedicated this historic achievement to the 57 victims of Tempi, marking the second anniversary of the tragic train collision.
The athletics community is mourning the loss of Eleni Karampesini, a beloved champion in track and field, who passed away at 53 after a brave battle with a terminal illness. Known for her exceptional achievements in the long jump, her legacy continues to inspire athletes.
Emmanouil Karalis made history with a record-breaking 6.01-meter vault at the Peace and Friendship Stadium, marking a significant milestone in his athletic career. As he aims for European Championship gold, Karalis expresses gratitude for the support and outlines his ambitions for future competitions.
Greece mourns the loss of Olympic pole vaulting legend George Roubanis, who passed away at 95. A bronze medalist at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, Roubanis was a pioneering figure in Greek athletics. The Hellenic Olympic Committee honored his lifelong dedication to sports and Olympism, vowing to cover his funeral expenses. His legacy as a champion and role model will forever be remembered in Greek sports history.
The ORLEN Cup Lodz saw remarkable performances as Jakub Szymański set a Polish Record in the men’s 60m hurdles, moving to second on the European all-time list, and Emmanouil Karalis broke the Greek Indoor Record in the pole vault. Fast times in the sprint events and thrilling field performances highlighted the competition.
Greek long jumper Miltiadis Tentoglou has been named the Best Balkan Athlete of the Year for 2024, marking a historic achievement for Greece. The Olympic gold medalist, who is also the reigning World Indoor and European Champion, topped the annual poll with 61 votes. Tentoglou is the first Greek athlete in 15 years to win this prestigious title. Romanian swimmer David Popovici and Serbian NBA star Nikola Jokic rounded out the top three.
On December 16th, 2024, the most distinguished figures in Greek sports were honored at the PSAT awards ceremony held at the Megaron Concert Hall. Miltos Tentoglou and Evangelia Platanioti were named top athletes, while Giorgos Pomaski received the top coach award.
Miltos Tentoglou, a standout in the men’s long jump, has propelled Greece to new heights on the global stage. With his impressive achievements, including two Olympic gold medals, Tentoglou highlights the rich legacy and ongoing challenges in Greek long jump athletics. SEGAS’s comprehensive analysis showcases the country’s historical success and emerging talents in this discipline.
Babis Pitsolis and Matina Noula claimed victory in a thrilling 41st Authentic Marathon in Athens, with Noula setting a new Greek championship record. Pitsolis surged ahead in the final two kilometers to win the men’s race, while Noula delivered a powerful attack around the 28th kilometer to secure the women’s title.
Athens will host the 41st Athens Marathon on November 9th and 10th, welcoming over 73,000…
The Olympic long jump champion is once again included in the list of nominees for the world’s best athlete in track and field.
Greek long jump star Miltos Tentoglou has been nominated for European Male Athlete of the Year, following a stellar year in which he captured gold at the Paris Olympics, European Championships, and World Indoor Championships.
Adverse weather conditions in Brussels affected the performances at the Diamond League, with Emmanouil Karalis securing second place in pole vault and Miltiadis Tentoglou finishing third in long jump.
The Greek Paralympic team celebrates a triumphant performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, securing an impressive 13 medals across various disciplines, showcasing the nation’s strength and determination on the international stage.
Greek pole vault star Emmanouil Karalis soared to victory at the Zagreb athletics meeting, clearing 5.88m but narrowly missed breaking his own Greek record of 6.00m.
The Greek Paralympic team is making waves at the Paris 2024 Games with remarkable performances.…
He made history! Emmanuel Karalis becomes the first-ever Greek pole vaulter to soar over 6 meters, achieving a monumental feat in the sport!
Greece’s Miltiadis Tentoglou left it late but delivered a championship performance, snatching victory in the Lausanne Diamond League Long Jump with his very last attempt.
Emmanouil Karalis, who secured a bronze medal in pole vault at the Paris 2024 Olympic…
Greek Tentoglou Defends Long Jump Title, Emulating Carl Lewis PARIS: Miltiadis Tentoglou of Greece has…
Armand “Mondo” Duplantis secured his second Olympic gold medal in a thrilling men’s pole vault final at the Stade de France in Paris, clearing 6.10 meters. Greece’s Emmanouil Karalis earned a bronze medal with a jump of 5.90 meters, while Sam Kendricks of the USA took silver. Duplantis’ victory continues his dominance in international athletics.
