TIRANA, Aug 21 /ATA/ The Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games kick off in Italy today, with Albania represented by a 72-athlete delegation, the largest in the country’s history of participation in the international event.
Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja wished the Albanian team success as the competitions got under way in a social media post.
The Albanian delegation includes seasoned international athletes alongside emerging young talents, all competing in their respective disciplines with the goal of proudly representing their country.
“A united team with a shared goal: to proudly represent the red-and-black colours and write another chapter in the history of Albanian sport,” Gonxhja said.
The Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games bring together athletes from across the Mediterranean region in Italy, with Albania aiming to make its mark with the largest delegation in the country’s history at the competition.
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