European Throwing Cup held in Cyprus amid official meetings

On March 13, 2026, European Athletics President Dobromir Karamarinov arrived in Cyprus for the 25th European Throwing Cup, hosted at the GSP Stadium in Nicosia. Karamarinov met with the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace. The delegation included KOEAS President Periklis Markaris, director Andreas Vryonidis, and Cyprus Sports Organization President Giannis Ioannou. The officials discussed the logistics and security measures for the event, which features athletes from 34 countries. Karamarinov emphasized that Cyprus provides a safe environment for all participants despite recent tensions in the Middle East. President Christodoulides pledged continued government support for athletic infrastructure improvements. This marks the second of three consecutive years the competition is held in Cyprus. The organizers confirmed the event’s success and the safe arrival of all foreign delegations.