Taranto, Mediterranean Games start: 26 countries competing
The curtain rises on the twentieth edition of the Mediterranean Games in Taranto. The numbers are significant: 3,800 athletes, 26 participating countries from 3 Continents, 33 sports disciplines...
The 20th Mediterranean Games have begun in Taranto, Italy, with 3,800 athletes from 26 countries and 33 sports disciplines participating. The event, which will award 1,853 medals, was officially opened by President Sergio Mattarella at the Iacovone stadium, which has been renovated to seat 20,000 spectators. The games, which will run from August 21, feature a range of cultural and sporting events, including performances by Al Bano, Serena Brancale, and Mietta.
The event is expected to leave a lasting legacy for the city of Taranto and the Mediterranean region.
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