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Sports events in Naples
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Naples is hosting several major sporting competitions at the PalaVesuvio in Ponticelli. In late Ponticelli as part of its designation as the European Capital of Sport for 2026. From October and early 30 to November 1, 2026, the city hosted the European Under-23 Judo Championships, featuring Championships. The event featured nearly 300 athletes from 35 nations. nations competing for individual and mixed team European titles. This championship marked the first time Italy has hosted a major continental youth judo championship since 1999, and the first major international judo event in Naples in 50 years. The event was presented by local officials, including Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi, alongside representatives from the European Judo Union and the Italian Judo Federation (FIJLKAM). Following this, Naples hosted the second national stage of the Italian Urban Games from November 5 to 8, 2026. This The event involved approximately 2,000 young participants across more than 20 disciplines, including urban sports, traditional games, and para-sports. These activities are part of Naples’ designation Organized by entities such as FIGeST and the European Capital Italian Federation of Sport for 2026. All, the initiative aimed to promote social inclusion and physical activity. The opening ceremony was led by Olympic fencer and CONI national counselor Sandro Cuomo, and the event also included a regional training course for physical education teachers.
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