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In July, The Greek teen pole‑vaulter Litsardopoulos and sprinter Papaderekaki secured qualification spots for team’s performance at the World Athletics U20 Championships, marking the country's initial roster for the event. By early August, the Greek team competing Championships in Oregon delivered strong performances, Eugene, Oregon, concluded with several athletes breaking national records. Anna Stroympou set notable podium finishes. Evelyn Mitropoulou secured a new Greek best silver medal in the 3000 m steeplechase, and Danai Bakogianni improved the 100 m hurdles record. Other competitors, including Konstantinos Kanontzian, Maria Rafailidou, and Eleftheria Iakobaki, also achieved personal milestones and advanced long jump, while Ioianna Rousou (also referred to finals or semifinals, highlighting Greece's successful participation at the championships. Success continued at the World Athletics U20 Championships as Julianna Roussou) earned silver in Eugene, where 17-year-old the 800m. Eleni Iakovouki earned a (also referred to as Eleni Iakovaki) took bronze medal in the 400m hurdles with a national record time of 55.99 seconds. Additionally, Ioianna Rousou secured a silver These achievements placed Greece 27th in the medal standings and 16th in the 800m overall points classification with a time 35 points. Following the competition, the OAKA sports center emphasized the necessity of 2:03.08. investing in the next generation of athletes to maintain international competitiveness.