Pylaia Beach Sprint Race hosts 130 athletes in Thessaloniki

The Pylaia Beach Sprint Race 2026 was successfully held on September 19 at the Pylaia beach in Thessaloniki. The event brought together 130 athletes from various rowing clubs to compete in several categories, including junior, youth, men, women, and a mixed 43+ category.

The competition was co-organized by the Municipality of Pylaia-Chortiatis, the Coastal Rowing Club Thessaloniki (KOK), and the Kalamaria Swimming Club, with sponsorship from Apollonia Politia. Notable attendees included Olympic rower Alexandra Tsavou and world champions Nikos and Apostolos Gontoulas.

The event highlights the potential of the Pylaia coastline, which is expected to undergo significant development with the upcoming construction of the Pylaia marina. This project, for which a concession contract has been signed, aims to enhance maritime tourism, recreation, and the hosting of future sporting activities.