29 Aug – 07 SepClosed

Malmö 2008

European Masters

Games

Sweden

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Participants

3022

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Dates

29 – 07 Sep 2008

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Sports

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Country

Sweden

Passion qualifies

The inaugural European Masters Games in 2008 took place in Malmö, Sweden, setting the stage for a vibrant celebration of sport, community, and lifelong competition. With the inspiring theme “Passion Qualifies,” the event highlighted that dedication and love for sport matter more than age, welcoming athletes driven by enthusiasm and commitment.

Athlete Comments & Reviews

“We love to see all the other sports as well!”

“We try and attend different sports depending on what’s going on and depending on what we are doing in terms of sightseeing.”

“I just want to see what I’m capable of!”

“If you want to do something, you do it, go for it! You don’t have to be in this. I’m swimming against myself, I’m living against myself.”

“Incredible to see so many different athletes and sports”

“Just seeing everybody from all over the world in different sports. It’s just incredible to talk to so many different athletes and hear their stories.”