Egypt overtakes Spain, France, Croatia, Serbia in Taranto 2026 medal standings
Egyptian teams competing at the Mediterranean Games in Taranto continued their strong performances, winning medals and propelling Egypt past Spain, France, Croatia and Serbia in the overall medal standings. In sport, some athletes compete simply to make up the numbers, while others seek to leave their mark in the history books. In Taranto, Egypt is … The post Egypt overtakes Spain, France,…
Egyptian athletes have outperformed Spain, France, Croatia, and Serbia at the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, securing a total of 13 medals and taking the fifth place in the medal table, surpassing major sporting powers. The Egyptian delegation of just 196 athletes has achieved this feat, a significant accomplishment considering the larger delegations from countries like Italy and Turkey.
The success is primarily attributed to the strong performances in swimming, fencing, and wrestling, with Egypt's medalists showcasing their prowess in these sports.
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