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Published:  30 Jul 2024

Meet our EU Olympic Ambassadors Mirna, Dmitrijs and Reneta

The European Week of Sport is right around the corner so, let’s meet this year’s Ambassadors! This time Mirna, Dmitrijs and Reneta will provide the inspiration to make sport a central part of our lives. 

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These incredible athletes will contribute to the campaign by exploring the EU’s and Olympic Games’ values of inclusion, community and dedication.

Mirna Jukić-Berger (Austria) a champion for inclusion

Mirna Jukić-Berger won the “Austrian Sportswoman of the Year” three times, which is showcasing her remarkable career.

She won the bronze medal in the 100-meter breaststroke at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. Moreover, she is a two-time European champion in the 200-meter breaststroke and a one-time champion in the 100-meter breaststroke. 

Today, Mirna is an ambassador for integration, a key value for all sport lovers.

Dmitrijs Miļkevičs (Latvia) athlete and team leader

In 2006, Dmitrijs Miļkevičs achieved a significant milestone by setting the Latvian record in the 800 meters, marking the beginning of a long and successful career as a track athlete.

His dedication has paid off, as he competed in the Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 Olympics, and later served as the Latvian team captain during the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

 Since 2017, Dmitrijs has been the General Secretary of the Latvian Athletic Association, demonstrating his continued commitment to the sport.

Reneta Petrova Kamberova (Bulgaria) showing dedication to her talent 

Reneta Petrova Kamberova is a Bulgarian group rhythmic gymnast who has been honing her talent since the age of 7.

All her hard work has paid off and Renata has competed in four World Championships. She won gold at the 2014 World Championship with her team and bronze at the 2016 Olympic Games. She embodies passion and dedication and is a true talent.

Check out the full list of EU Olympic Ambassadors!
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Published:  30 Jul 2024

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