The ten giants of Europe: the talent that turned Cardano al Campo into history

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The 2026 European Speed Skating Championships concluded with memorable races and close finishes. A Top 10 compiled by RollerZone highlighted ten skaters for their consistency, ambition and podium finishes. Belgium's Bart Swings topped the list after winning six gold medals and one bronze, followed by Italians Sofia P. Chiumiento and Giorgio Ghisio Erba, each with six European titles; Italy hosted the championship. Daniele Pennavaria was fourth with five golds, and Spain's Chevi Guzmán fifth with four golds and a bronze. Marine Ferrie Lefeuvre of France was sixth with four titles, followed by Italy's Alice Zorzi with three golds and a silver. Spain's Pablo González was eighth with two golds and a silver, described as one of the championship's revelations. Manon Fraboulet of France and Enzo Malfois completed the Top 10, each with two golds and a silver. The article says the event crowned new stars and left a generation of athletes poised to grow European speed skating.