Stephanos Demopoulos made a significant impact at the World Canoe Sprint Championships in Szeged, Hungary, securing two finals appearances, a 4th place finish, and setting a new national record.

The Greek canoeist, a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), demonstrated his competitive edge in the global elite. In the Olympic distance of 1,000 meters, he finished 5th with a time of 3:45.99, marking a new personal and national record. This performance in Szeged not only highlighted his current form but also laid the groundwork for his journey towards the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Demopoulos was even closer to the podium in the 500-meter race, finishing 4th with a time of 1:46.10. His showing in Hungary underscores his readiness and progression toward the 2028 Olympic Games. Each final appearance, every time, and every race contribute to building his experience, confidence, and position on the global stage.

The Road to 2028

Demopoulos now turns his attention to the second World Championship event in Brandenburg, Germany. The highlight of the season, however, remains the World Championship event in Poznan, Poland, scheduled for August.