Greece shines on Day 6 of Paris Games

07:17 2/8/2024 - Πηγή: iEfimerida

Greece enjoyed a triumphant Day 6 at the Paris Olympics, marked by notable achievements across various sports.

In a historic feat, swimmer Apostolos Christou secured a silver medal in the 200m backstroke, setting a new national record with a time of 1:54.82.

The victory marked Greece's first swimming medal since 1896 and its second medal overall at these

Games.

Fellow swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev advanced to the 50m freestyle final, further solidifying Greece's presence in the pool.

Meanwhile, Antigoni Ntrismpioti, in her final Olympic appearance, completed the 20km race walk with a commendable season-best time.

The success continued in rowing, with Stefanos Ntouskos securing a spot in the single sculls final, where he will compete for his second Olympic medal on Saturday.

The Greek men's water polo team maintained their perfect record in the group stage with a hard-fought victory over the USA. Despite facing a challenging first half, the team rallied to secure a 13-11 win, showcasing their resilience and determination.

In tennis, Stefanos Tsitsipas faced a formidable opponent in Novak Djokovic, ultimately losing in straight sets in the quarterfinals. However, his participation in the tournament further highlighted Greece's strong representation in various sports.

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