Games of the Small States of Europe 2025 - Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra

Monaco’s Magic Steals the Spotlight at GSSE 2025

Compact in scale yet brimming with excitement and energy, the individual judo event at the Games of the Small States of Europe proved to be a true highlight of the competition. Eight out of the nine participating member states were represented, each vying for this prestigious biennial title. Prince Félix…

27 May 2025

Games of the Small States of Europe 2025 - Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra

“It’s just the beginning.”

In the high-altitude embrace of Andorra, amidst the cheers of small nations dreaming big, an 18-year-old Icelandic judoka delivered a long-waited effort for his nation. Adalsteinn Bjornsson, calm and composed beyond his years, claimed the gold medal in the -90kg category at the Games of the Small States of Europe…

27 May 2025

Games of the Small States of Europe 2025 - Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra

Held by the Bow

Most people don’t remember the exact moment they fell in love with a sport but Marc Reig does. The Andorran judoka was eight years old, in a borrowed judogi with sleeves too long, he was not yet aware that something life-shaping had just begun. He had tried several sports, all…

27 May 2025

Games of the Small States of Europe 2025 - Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra

Judoka Among Flag Bearers at GSSE 2025 Opening Ceremony

The Andorra National Stadium hosted a dazzling Opening Ceremony to kick off the latest edition of the Games of the Small States of Europe. Over 1,000 athletes representing nine National Olympic Committees are set to compete in 19 different sports throughout the week, culminating on Saturday, 31 May. This year…

26 May 2025

Games of the Small States of Europe 2025 - Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra

GSSE is Around the Corner with Live Stream for the First Time

The Games of the Small States of Europe (GSSE) are set to get underway soon in Andorra. The judo competition will take place at the Prat Gran Pavilion, with the individual tournament scheduled for May 27 and the mixed-team event on May 29. Notably, the event will be broadcast live…

14 May 2025