🔥 Day One of the first CTIF European Fire-Applied Sports Championship concludes with thrilling Ladder Climb Event
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Dolna Banya, Bulgaria — August 24, 2025 The inaugural day of the First European Fire-Applied Sports Championship wrapped up in Dolna Banya with high energy, fierce competition, and outstanding athletic performances.
Held at the city stadium, the opening discipline—Storm Ladder Climbing—featured both men's and women's categories and drew enthusiastic crowds from across Europe.
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Czech Firefighters shine at the CTIF European Championship in Fire Sports!
The CTIF European Championship kicked off with a fiery start in Dolna Banya, Bulgaria, and Czech athletes wasted no time making their mark in the training tower climb event.
🏅 Martina Dvořáková soared to a silver medal, while teammate Simona Krampotová clinched the bronze, showcasing the strength and precision of Czech fire sportswomen.
💪 A total of five Czech competitors advanced to the final rounds among the top eight in their categories:
- Patrik Kligl (men’s division)
- Veronika Navrátilová, Eva Vlčková, Simona Krampotová, and Martina Dvořáková (women’s division)
👏 The success didn’t stop there—both the men's and women's teams secured 2nd place in the overall team standings, proving that Czech fire athletes are a force to be reckoned with.
👉 Up next: the 100-meter hurdles event continues tomorrow. Let’s keep the momentum going—fingers crossed for more podium finishes!
Men’s Results:
Ukraine’s Yuri Skripka claimed first place with a lightning-fast time of 13.85 seconds, setting the tone for the championship. Bulgaria’s Mikhail Kostov, representing the host nation’s First Team, secured second place with 14.30 seconds, while fellow Ukrainian Dmitry Markoboh took third with 14.52 seconds.
Women’s Results:
In the women’s division, Sofia Kultenko of Ukraine dominated the field, finishing in 7.17 seconds. Czech competitors followed closely behind, with Martina Dvorzhakova earning silver at 7.34 seconds, and Simona Krampotova taking bronze with 7.37 seconds.
Opening Ceremony Highlights:
The championship was officially opened with a ceremony attended by prominent dignitaries, including:
- Mrs. Natalia Kiselova, Speaker of the National Assembly
- Mr. Daniel Mitov, Minister of the Interior
- Mr. Milan Dubravac, President of the International Association of Fire and Rescue Services
- Mr. Stoyan Toshev, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food
- Mrs. Sylvia Arnautska, Regional Governor of Sofia Region
Their presence underscored the significance of the event, which celebrates both athletic excellence and the professional skills of firefighters across Europe.
What’s Next:
The competition continues tomorrow at 10:00 AM with the 100-meter obstacle course, promising another day of adrenaline and camaraderie.
Spectators and supporters are warmly invited to attend and cheer on their national teams as the championship unfolds.
