Greek swimmers excel at European Swimming Championships in Paris

Twenty-one-year-old Greek swimmer Apostolos Siskos secured a bronze medal in the 200m butterfly at the European Swimming Championships in Paris on August 15, 2026. Siskos finished with a time of 1:54.13, setting a new Greek national record. Despite spending most of the race in fifth or sixth position, he performed a powerful late surge to claim third place. Following the race, the athlete dedicated his success to his home country and to firefighters currently battling wildfires in Greece.

Separately, 28-year-old Apostolos Christou demonstrated his consistency by winning his second consecutive European gold medal in the 100m backstroke with a time of 52.27. This victory marks Christou's 10th year of appearing on the podium at European championships, cementing his status as a leading figure in the sport. The competition in Paris continues, highlighting the significant achievements of the Greek swimming team.