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2026 Mediterranean Games competition

Overview

The 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy, have seen significant early success for North African delegations, particularly in taekwondo.

Tunisia secured its first gold medal through taekwondo athlete Firas Katoussi in the under 80 kg category. The Tunisian delegation also earned several silver and bronze medals in taekwondo, as well as bronze medals in swimming disciplines such as the 400 m and 800 m freestyle.

Morocco has also demonstrated strong performance, highlighted by Sofiane El Asbi winning the gold medal in the over 80kg taekwondo category. Morocco’s success includes additional silver and bronze medals in taekwondo, alongside progress in football, where the U-20 men’s team advanced to the semi-finals.

Entities

Moroccan National Olympic Committee · Sofiane El Asbi · Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games · Amina Dahaoi · Tunisia

Timeline

2 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Morocco achieves strong start at Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games
Morocco has made a strong impact at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games, securing gold in Taekwondo and advancing the U-20 men's football team to the semi-finals.
3 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Tunisia wins first gold medal at 2026 Mediterranean Games
Tunisia has earned its first gold medal at the 2026 Mediterranean Games via taekwondo champion Firas Katoussi, bringing the nation's total medal count to eight across taekwondo, swimming, and fencing.

Sources

1001infos.net · alalam.ma · almountakhab.com · DNA.fr · elaosboa.com · sportmag.fr · webdo.tn