Ukraine Triumphs at the European Combat Sambo Championship in Milan

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EUROPEAN COMBAT SAMBO CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 | MILAN, ITALY

2 days of uncompromising fights, true grit, and pure power!
From October 9 to 11, Milan hosted the European Combat Sambo Championship, organized by the European Combat Sambo Federation @european_combat_sambo with the support of the Combat Sambo Association of Italy @asd_aics.
​ The tournament featured 4 disciplines: ​Classic, ​Pro-Full, Light-Gi, ​Light No-Gi

The continent's strongest athletes clashed on the mat across all age divisions: adults, juniors, and youth.

Spectators witnessed spectacular, high-octane, and deeply emotional bouts — dramatic knockouts, lightning-fast throws, and precise submissions! Every fight kept everyone on the edge of their seats until the final second.

🥇 TEAM STANDINGS:

🥇 1st Place — UKRAINE 🇺🇦
A dominant performance across all age groups, demonstrating world-class skill and an unshakable spirit!
🥈 2nd Place — ITALY 🇮🇹
The hosts delivered an incredible performance, backed by massive crowd support!
🥉 3rd Place — FRANCE 🇫🇷
A strong and captivating showcase that earned them a well-deserved team bronze.

👏 Congratulations to all the champions, medalists, and coaching staff on this amazing celebration of sport! A big thank you to Italy for the warm hospitality and great tournament organization.

“The tournament was truly spectacular, featuring bright, fiery, and intense bouts that captivated fans from start to finish.”