Cyprus open water marathon swimming championship concludes in Protaras

On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the Cypriot Open Water Marathon Swimming Championship took place in the coastal area of Protaras. The event was organized by the Cyprus Swimming Federation in collaboration with the Paralimni–Deryneia Municipality and was sponsored by Petrolina. The competition featured various races, including segments for the national championship, youth encouragement races, and international masters (veterans) categories.

In the primary 5-kilometer event, Stefanos Nourou from the Konstantia Nautical Club secured the gold medal in the men's category with a time of 1:06:12.56. Iakovos Epameinondas Krappas of the Larnaca Nautical Club finished in second place with a time of 1:06:48.51. Marina Pakou also claimed the top position in the women's 5-kilometer event. The race drew a diverse group of participants across various age groups, highlighting the growing commitment to open water swimming in the region.

The event serves as a significant annual milestone for the local swimming community, aimed at fostering competitive spirit and testing the physical endurance of athletes in the open sea. By rotating venues such as the Famagusta district, the federation continues to promote the sport as a key competitive discipline across Cyprus.