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The European Youth Lifesaving Championships 2026 were hosted at Rossnowlagh Beach.
Over three days of competition, the Championships showcased the skill, fitness and rescue expertise of Europe's best young lifesavers, combining elite sporting performance with the practical lifesaving skills that underpin the sport.
Overall, Spain won gold, Italy took home silver and Ireland received bronze in the Girls Team Ocean Standings. For the Boys Team Ocean Standings, Spain won gold again, Ireland got silver, and Italy received a bronze medal. The nine participating countries were Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
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9. Watching the events at the European Youth Surf Lifesaving Championships at Rossnowlagh Beach
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10. Spectator
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11. Irish team members
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12. Local Irish team members and organisers at the European Youth Surf Lifesaving Championships at Rossnowlagh Beach
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