EOC
BAKURIANI 2025
GEORGIA | 9-16 February, 2025
In February 2025, Bakuriani, Georgia, hosted the 17th Winter European Youth Olympic Festival, welcoming around 2000 young athletes from 45 different nations. Competing across eight disciplines – including alpine skiing, biathlon, and figure skating – Europe’s rising talents showcased their skills in Georgia’s premier winter sports destinations. The festival promoted cultural exchange, Olympic values, and youth development.
The Organising Committee emphasised sustainability through initiatives like the “EYOF Golden Forest,” planting 90 trees to honor each gold medalist and promote environmental consciousness. Technological advancements enhanced the event experience, with AI-powered media centers and real-time results systems to engage fans and streamline operations. These unique elements distinguished Bakuriani 2025, blending athletic excellence with innovative, cultural and environmental initiatives.
BAKURIANI 2025
GEORGIA | 9-16 February, 2025
In February 2025, Bakuriani, Georgia, hosted the 17th Winter European Youth Olympic Festival, welcoming around 2000 young athletes from 45 different nations. Competing across eight disciplines – including alpine skiing, biathlon, and figure skating – Europe’s rising talents showcased their skills in Georgia’s premier winter sports destinations. The festival promoted cultural exchange, Olympic values, and youth development.
The Organising Committee emphasised sustainability through initiatives like the “EYOF Golden Forest,” planting 90 trees to honor each gold medalist and promote environmental consciousness. Technological advancements enhanced the event experience, with AI-powered media centers and real-time results systems to engage fans and streamline operations. These unique elements distinguished Bakuriani 2025, blending athletic excellence with innovative, cultural and environmental initiatives.
sports
Alpine Skiing
Alpine skiing, a thrilling sport featured in EYOF, offers young athletes the excitement of racing down snow-covered slopes at high speeds. It combines adrenaline, skill, and stunning mountain scenery, making it an exciting winter activity that fosters competition, and a love for the outdoors. Join the fun and challenge yourself on the slopes!
Biathlon
Biathlon, a dynamic sport featured in EYOF, combines the excitement of cross-country skiing with the precision of rifle shooting. This unique blend of endurance and focus challenges young athletes, offering a thrilling winter experience that tests both physical stamina and mental sharpness. Embrace the adventure and aim for greatness! >
Freestyle Skiing
Freestyle skiing, a highlight of EYOF, offers young athletes the chance to showcase their creativity and daring on snow. With disciplines like big air, and slopestyle, this sport combines acrobatics and skiing, providing an exhilarating experience that encourages expression and skill. Dive into the excitement and soar through the air!
Figure Skating
Figure skating, a captivating sport at EYOF, blends athleticism and artistry on ice. Young skaters perform intricate routines with grace and precision, showcasing jumps, spins, and elegant footwork. Embrace the beauty and challenge of figure skating, and express yourself in this enchanting winter sport!
Ice Hockey
Ice hockey, an action-packed sport featured at EYOF, combines speed, strategy, and teamwork. Young athletes skate on ice, handling the puck with precision and skill, while striving to score goals against their opponents. Dive into the excitement and intensity of ice hockey, and be part of this dynamic winter sport!
Short Track Speed Skating
Short Track Speed Skating, an exhilarating sport at EYOF, combines high-speed racing with tactical strategy on a compact ice track. Young athletes navigate tight turns and sprint to the finish, showcasing agility, speed, and nerve. Experience the intensity and thrill of short track speed skating, where every race is a test of skill and determination!
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing, a cornerstone of EYOF, invites young athletes to glide through snowy landscapes using their own strength and endurance. This sport promotes fitness, resilience, and a deep connection with nature. Discover the joy of pushing your limits and exploring winter wonderlands on skis!
Snowboard
Snowboard, an electrifying sport at EYOF 2025, lets young athletes carve their own path down snow-covered slopes. With events like big air, and slopestyle, it blends creativity, speed, and agility. Experience the freedom and adrenaline of snowboard and ride the mountain your way!
the highlight
Daniel Pedranzini was one of the outstanding athletes of the Bakuriani 2025 Winter European Youth Olympic Festival, winning four gold medals in cross-country skiing. He triumphed in the 7.5 km Classic, 10 km Free, Sprint Free and Mixed Relay, making him the most successful male athlete of the Festival.
His dominant performance earned him the Nodar Kumaritashvili Award as the best male athlete of Bakuriani 2025. His four victories highlighted the exceptional level of a young skier who made a lasting impression on the Festival.
the highlight
Daniel Pedranzini was one of the outstanding athletes of the Bakuriani 2025 Winter European Youth Olympic Festival, winning four gold medals in cross-country skiing. He triumphed in the 7.5 km Classic, 10 km Free, Sprint Free and Mixed Relay, making him the most successful male athlete of the Festival.
His dominant performance earned him the Nodar Kumaritashvili Award as the best male athlete of Bakuriani 2025. His four victories highlighted the exceptional level of a young skier who made a lasting impression on the Festival.
