International sports competitions see major medal hauls for Italy and Romania

International sports competitions have seen significant results for various national teams. At the FISTF World Cup 2026 in Paris, the Italian national team dominated the table football championships, securing seven gold medals out of twelve available, including major wins in youth and women's categories.

In rowing, the U23 European Championships in Poland saw strong performances. The Romanian team secured nine gold and one silver medal, with significant contributions from CSM Constanța athletes. Meanwhile, the Italian U23 team earned ten medals, including a gold for Luca Borgonovo in the lightweight single sculls.

Other notable achievements include the UCI Paracycling Road World Championships, where Fabrizio Cornegliani won gold in the MH1 category. In target shooting, the Italian national team earned three gold and three silver medals at the 2026 World Championships in Braga, Portugal. Additionally, the Italian judo team is preparing for the Grand Slam in Budapest to secure Olympic ranking points for Los Angeles 2028.