Litochoro hosts record-breaking Xenios Zeus Bridge Tournament

The 4th Xenios Zeus Friendship and Solidarity Bridge Tournament concluded in Litochoro, Greece, following a three-day event held from August 28 to 30, 2026. Co-organized by the Olympus Competitive Bridge Club of Katerini and the Larissa Competitive Bridge Club (OAML), the tournament took place at the Pyrros Dimas Municipal Indoor Gymnasium under the auspices of the Municipality of Dion-Olympus.

The event set a new participation record with 56 teams and 227 athletes. Notably, the tournament gained an international dimension for the first time with the participation of two teams from abroad. This marks a significant growth trend for the competition, which began with 18 teams in 2023 and grew to 42 teams and 174 athletes in 2025.

During the closing ceremony, Efstratios Kyriakakis, President of the Litochoro Municipal Community, delivered a greeting before the awards ceremony for the winning teams. The organizers expressed gratitude to the Municipality of Dion-Olympus for its support in promoting the sport.