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Syros Busy Preparing for 2nd TRIMORE Triathlon, Register Now

Syros is moving full speed ahead with preparations for its 2nd TRIMORE Triathlon on June 15-18 and invites sports buffs to register now!

‘Cyclades Trail Cup’ Brings Greek Isles into Sports World Spotlight

Over 350 athletes made the Cyclades Trail Cup 2016 a success, bringing Greece's islands into the spotlight and paving the way for the event to take off in the coming months.

History in the Making at 34th ‘Athens Marathon – The Authentic’ – Photo Report

The 34th “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” made and marked history on Sunday, November 13, attracting thousands of athletes from across the globe to run the classic race from the seaside town of Marathon to the Greek capital.

GNTO Supports Sports Tourism Event ‘Santorini Experience 2016’

The “Santorini Experience” sports tourism event is being held this year under the auspices and support of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO).

Joy of Running at Syros City Trail 2016

The Syros City Trail 2016 event came to an impressive close in early September leaving runners, young and old, professionals and amateurs, with a sense of accomplishment and contentment.

Counting Down the Days to the 1st Andros Trail Race

In a month’s time amateur and professional athletes from across the globe will be running the footpaths of the Cycladic island of Andros in one of the island’s biggest sporting events, the 1st Andros Trail Race to take place on October 2.

Cyclades Trail Cup Expands to Europe with New Italy Partner

Organizers of the Cyclades Trail Cup - which includes the Tinos Challenge, the Syros City Trail and the 1st Andros Trail Race - have entered a deal with Italian race organizers Camelbag ASD.

Andros Trail Race Invites Runners with Grit to Join the Fun

The Andros Trail Race is about lots of determination and love for nature. The Cycladic island’s first mountain running event takes place on October 2 and organizers are calling on amateur and professional athletes to register.

Minister Kountoura Backs 1st AegeanBall Fest for Syros’ Tourism

Basketball and sports can go a long way towards the promotion of Greece as a leading holiday destination, Alternate Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura said during the 1st AegeanBall Festival 2016 held earlier this month on the Cycladic island of Syros.

Tinos Marble Trail Takes Runners through Time, Culture

Get ready to run the "Tinos Marble Trail: Exomeria" to take place on September 4 in and around the traditionally preserved village of Pyrgos on the Cycladic island of Tinos.

HotelBrain Promotes Mykonos Kitesurfing on Red Bull Wings

Hotel management company HotelBrain joined forces with energy drink Red Bull to promote kitesurfing by hosting world champion Gisela Pulido at the Mykonos Waves Hotel recently.

Syros Gears Up to Host 1st TRIMORE Triathlon Event

Three days full of action, sports and cultural events are coming up on Syros that are sure to offer the ultimate experience to all. This is the 1st TRIMORE Syros Triathlon!

Syros Trimore Sporting Event Invites All to Set an Example

In efforts to inspire and motivate youngsters to take up sport, authorities from Syros, the capital of the Cyclades, proudly announce the launch of the 1st TRIMORE Triathlon, to take place on June 10-12.

Qatar Airways Flies Star Sailors to Greece for 2016 Hellenic Match Racing Tour

The Hellenic Match Racing Tour is back on May 13-15 with an international lineup of sailors ready to offer fans of the sport a thrilling experience with the transportation support of Qatar Airways.

Antetokounmpo Bros Shoot Hoops in Heraklion

The Antetokounmpo brothers got the Cretan town of Heraklion on their toes shooting hoops last weekend when the two ultra athletes - Giannis and Thanasis - participated in a sports event organized by the Region of Crete and the Heraklion municipality.

Hit Those Pedals Hard at the 23rd Athens Bicycle Weekend!

Demand was so great last year that organizers of the annual Athens Bicycle Round decided to make it into a weekend event to be held on April 16-17.

TRIMORE Triathlon to Take Syros By Storm

The island of Syros, the capital of the Cyclades, proudly announces the launch of its 1st TRIMORE Triathlon, to take place on June 10-12.

Ho, Ho, Ho, Off We Go… @ 2nd Athens Santa Run

It’s the most festive run of the year with hundreds of professional and amateur athletes, young and old, donning their Santa gear and heading out for the 2nd Athens Santa Run to take place on Sunday, November 29… and all this for a good cause.

First Syros City Trail Wins Over the Crowds, Back Next Year

The 1st Syros City Trail was a success, attracting hundreds of professional and amateur runners to Ermoupolis, the capital of the Cyclades, on September 12.

Kea Island Pays Tribute to Andrea Paouris with Half Marathon

The island of Kea (aka Tzia) will pay tribute to the late athlete Andreas Paouris (1902-1972) with the “Kea Run” on May 24.