Greek Boxing at the top: Historical success with 3 silver medals in the top international “Strandja” tournament

The National Boxing Team has once again proven that it belongs to the global elite! In the 76th International Boxing Tournament “Strandja” held in Sofia, our Greek boxers won three silver medals, placing our country again in the center of the world map of the sport.

Vagan Nanitzanian, Vassiliki Stavridou and Elizabeth Constantinidou fought with heart, vigor and steel will, watching Olympians and world champions. Their battles were not just struggles – they were evidence of power, preparation and soul that characterize Greek boxing.

Behind each medal, there is a story full of dedication, hard work and countless hours of training. Vagan Nanitzanian, Vassiliki Stavridou and Elizabeth Constantinidou who climbed to the podium of the 76th Strandja International Tournament did not just celebrate a victory – they sent a strong message that Greek boxing is claiming it. After their shocking finals, the three silver champions shared their thoughts, feelings and ambitions for the future.

Statements by Greek champions

Vagan Nanitzanian (92kg): “It was my honor to fight against such a big athlete. Habibulaev Turabeck is one of the best in the world and treating him in a final is a huge experience. This silver medal is just the beginning! The job goes on, the discrimination will grow and I promise I will be back even stronger to climb to the top! “

Vassiliki Stavridou (75kg): “There is no more experience than fighting against a gold medalist! My clash with Li Qian was a high -level test that gave me huge incentives to become even better. I will not stop here – Greek boxing is here, growing, evolving and will continue to climb the top events. This medal is dedicated to all those who support this effort, and especially to the people who were in my corner, to Artur Mikaelian, to Yiannis Kokolis, as well as to my teacher Panagiotis Karanikolis and of course to our President Mr. Haris Mariolis.

Elizabeth Constantinidou (70kg): “Every race, every round, every punch in the ring was a battle to get here. I encountered an athlete with huge awards, an Olympian, and I knew it wouldn’t be easy. But I gave all my energy, my strategy and my passion. This medal is not only mine – it belongs to all Greeks who support us, who believe in us and give us the strength to continue. “

The event was held in Sofia, Bulgaria, from February 22 to March 3, 2025 and gathered the best boxers from all over the globe, offering a high -level racing spectacle.

In detail, the Greek athletes and athletes who participated in the tournament and fought great battles in the ring were as follows:

Athletes:

?? 67kg – Stelios Kursanidis

?? 92kg – Vangelis Nanitzanian (silver medal ??)

Athletes:

?? 60kg – Sofia Legaki

?? 63kg – Olga Papadatou

?? 70kg – Elizabeth Constantinidou (silver medal ??)

?? 75kg – Vassiliki Stavridou (silver medal ??)

The Greek mission was accompanied by the federal coaches: Artur Mikelian and Yiannis Kokolis

The National Boxing Team continues its course, with the aim of new successes in major international events. With passion, militancy and determination, the Greek boxers prove that the future of Greek boxing is brilliant!