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Leros Sporting Events Postponed Because of Severe Weather

Youth triathlon and Run Leros events planned for 28 and 29 March 2026 were postponed after a severe-weather forecast raised safety concerns.

Athletics event on Leros postponed because of severe weather

The Leros Gymnastics Club and the Dodecanese athletics association jointly announced the postponement of sporting events scheduled for 28 and 29 March 2026.

The decision followed a forecast from Greece's National Meteorological Service warning of severe weather.

The under-14 jumping triathlon planned for 28 March and the Run Leros road races planned for Sunday 29 March were both postponed.

Organisers said the decision was taken to protect athletes and prevent accidents, especially among younger participants.

New dates were due to be announced during the following week.

The announcement was issued on behalf of the Leros Gymnastics Club.

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