Marios Georgiou wins silver medal at the European Artistic Gymnastics Championships

Cypriot gymnast Marios Georgiou secured the silver medal in the high bar final at the European Artistic Gymnastics Championships held in Zagreb, Croatia, on August 22, 2026. Performing under the guidance of national coach Giannis Petridis, Georgiou executed a strong routine that earned him a final score of 14.200 points. He finished in second place, trailing only British athlete Joe Fraser, who claimed the gold medal with a score of 14.300.

This achievement marks the seventh career European Championship medal for the Cypriot gymnast, further solidifying his position among the sport's elite. The victory in Zagreb follows his recent success at the Commonwealth Games, where he also secured two silver medals. The performance was lauded by sports officials as a significant milestone in the history of Cypriot gymnastics, highlighting his consistent presence on international podiums over the course of his professional career.