Martin Gramatikov secured a silver medal in the 10 kilometres race walk (M50) at the 2026 European Masters Championship Non-Stadia, held in Catania, Italy. According to an announcement from the Bulgarian Athletic Federation on Saturday, Gramatikov recorded a time of 50:24 minutes. His performance placed him second in the highly competitive event, trailing only Polish athlete Tomasz Lipiec, who claimed the gold medal.
This latest achievement marks a significant milestone for the Bulgarian track athlete. Earlier in the year, Gramatikov had established himself as a leading figure in Bulgarian athletics. His notable accomplishments include becoming Bulgaria’s first recognized road half-marathon champion.
Furthermore, he previously triumphed in the 10,000 metres race at the National Race Walking Championships held on track in Hisarya. The silver medal in Catania solidifies Gramatikov’s status on the international stage, demonstrating consistent high-level performance across varied disciplines. His recent victories underscore a period of successful athletic form.
The combination of his national titles and his international medal haul highlights his current standing in the sport.
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