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

“Sport brings people together at IMGA events”

That’s what it’s all about, spending time with your old mates, making new mates. Just let sport bringing people together

“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.”

“I compete to be healthy, inspired by the older athletes”

“The first year I competed in the Swiss Masters Athletics, the guys that were 60 – 65 – 70 years old, they were my inspiration. I switched my mind to say: I still compete but I want to be healthy the rest of my life. They are the models.”