The athlete Leandro Ramos, who came from the "febrense" group of Gira Sol, expressed the desire to repeat the gold medal in javelin throw at the Mediterranean Games that will be held in Taranto in 2026. The athlete thus intends to maintain the title he achieved in previous editions of the competition.
João Coelho, another Portuguese athlete, acknowledged that being the defending champion in the 400 meters implies a different responsibility. The runner highlighted the additional pressure he feels for having to defend a title previously won.
The Mediterranean Games Taranto 2026 represent the next major sporting goal for these Portuguese athletes, who intend to defend and possibly expand their international achievements at the multi-sport event that brings together countries bordering the Mediterranean.
