The shores of Lake Bled provided a spectacular stage for the 2025 Europe Triathlon Junior Cup Bled, where more than 110 junior athletes battled it out in a high-speed Super Sprint. With its postcard backdrop and demanding course, the race delivered everything fans hoped for: tight contests, breakthrough performances, and a glimpse of Europe’s future triathlon elite.

Photo-Finish Drama in the Men’s Race

The men’s field came down to the wire in one of the most thrilling conclusions of the season. Cis Huyghe (Belgium) edged out Zsombor Holba (Hungary) in a breathtaking photo finish to claim the gold. Keran Gallou (France)rounded out the podium in third after a powerful run segment.

Men’s Podium – Junior Cup Bled 2025
🥇 Cis Huyghe (Belgium)
🥈 Zsombor Holba (Hungary)
🥉 Keran Gallou (France)

Paoletti Shines in Women’s Field

In the women’s race, Viola Paoletti (Italy) delivered a commanding performance to take the top spot ahead of Hanna Foltyniewicz (Poland), with Rebecca Adam (Germany) securing bronze after a tight chase group battle.

Women’s Podium – Junior Cup Bled 2025
🥇 Viola Paoletti (Italy)
🥈 Hanna Foltyniewicz (Poland)
🥉 Rebecca Adam (Germany)

Another Step for Europe’s Rising Stars

With its fast-paced format and deep international field, the Junior Cup Bled once again showcased the energy and potential of Europe’s up-and-coming triathletes. The event was part the Rising Stars initiative, giving junior athletes a platform to develop and fans a chance to discover tomorrow’s champions. 

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