Double delight as Monégasque athletes claim European gold medals
By Laurent Duval, MonacoViews Editorial
Lisa Pou captures European junior swimming title in 10km open water, while Monaco's pétanque team also secures continental glory.
Nineteen-year-old Lisa Pou has delivered a breakthrough performance to claim her first individual European championship title. The AS Monaco swimmer dominated the 10-kilometre open water competition, clocking an impressive time of 1 hour, 57 minutes and 42.37 seconds to secure the junior crown.
Pou's victory represents a significant step forward in her rapid development. Just twelve months earlier, she stood on the bronze step of the podium at the same championship. Her only previous gold medal came as part of Monaco's victorious 4x1,250-metre relay squad.
The swimming triumph was complemented by success in pétanque, where Monaco's representatives also claimed European gold. These dual victories highlight the strength of Monaco's sporting programme across diverse disciplines, from pool to piste.
At just 19, Pou's commanding performance in one of open water swimming's most demanding events signals her emergence as a major force in European competition. Her perfect tactical execution over the gruelling 10-kilometre distance showcases the technical progress that has marked her ascent through junior ranks.