Petrounias Wins Eighth European Gold in Rings, Shares Title in Thrilling Finish

Greek gymnast Lefteris Petrounias made history by winning his eighth European gold medal in the rings event at the European Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Leipzig, Germany. He shared the top spot with Turkish gymnast Adem Asil, both scoring an impressive 14.400 points. "It was a tough competition," Petrounias said after the event, "but I'm incredibly happy to have won again." This victory adds to Petrounias' already impressive collection of 10 European Championship medals, cementing his status as a legendary figure in the sport. His previous bronze medals were won in Berlin in 2011 and Antalya in 2023. The video captures the intensity and skill of his performance, showcasing his mastery of the rings.