Preview of the 2026 European Championships in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics in Zagreb (CRO)

Following the women's competition, it will be the men's turn to take centre stage. On 19 August, the 2026 European Championships in Men's Artistic Gymnastics will get underway in Zagreb.

Tickets are still on sale, giving you the opportunity to witness Europe's top men's artistic gymnasts compete live in Zagreb. Don't wait too long—book your tickets today via the official event website and join us for this historic edition of the European Championships: https://echzagreb2026.com/en/ (ticket section).

Who to watch?

The 2026 European Men's Artistic Gymnastics Championships promise a highly competitive field, with several nations capable of challenging for medals across all six apparatus. With no clear dominant force, the battle for European titles is expected to be both intense and thrilling.

Great Britain has established itself as one of the leading nations in European men's artistic gymnastics. Renowned for its depth of talent, the British team consistently performs at the highest level and remains a regular presence on the continental podium. Arriving in Zagreb as the reigning European team champions following their victory in Leipzig in 2025, Great Britain will once again be among the favourites. Led by former European All-Around Champion Joe Fraser and vault specialist Harry Hepworth, the British squad has every chance of adding to its impressive medal collection.

Switzerland, spearheaded by Noe Seifert, and Italy continue to strengthen their position among Europe's elite after claiming the team silver and bronze medals respectively in 2025. Both nations boast well-balanced squads capable of challenging across multiple events. Türkiye, led by reigning European All-Around Champion Adem Asil, will also be a major contender, particularly on the rings and in the all-around competition. Arsenii Duknhno will also be keen to put in a strong performance in his first senior competition, following his 2025 Junior World Championship title.

France, Germany, Hungary and the Netherlands will likewise be aiming for strong performances, with several gymnasts capable of reaching event finals and competing for individual medals throughout the Championships.

Competition format

A Senior team consists of 3 - 5 gymnasts, of which up to 4 compete on each apparatus. The 3 best scores on each apparatus are added together to make the total score for the Team on that apparatus. If a Federation does not have a sufficient number of gymnasts for a full team, it is possible to participate with Individual gymnasts.

Federations who compete with a Senior Team may bring a 6th gymnast to participate as an individual apparatus specialist. This gymnast may compete on a maximum of 3 apparatus. The 6th gymnast is an individual gymnast and therefore may be required to compete separately from the team, for example, in a different group or subdivision.

A separate All-Around Final result list will be produced including the 24 gymnasts with the highest ranking obtained. A maximum of 2 gymnasts per Federation will be taken into consideration. The results from the Senior Qualifying competition will determine the 2026 European All-Around medalists.

A Junior team consists of 3 - 5 gymnasts, of which up to 4 compete on each apparatus. The 3 best scores on each apparatus are added together to make the total score for the Team on that apparatus. If a Federation does not have a sufficient number of gymnasts for a full team, it is possible to participate with Individual gymnasts. The results from the Junior Qualifying competition will determine the 2026 Junior European Team and All-around medalists.

The 8 highest ranked gymnasts on each apparatus from the Qualifying Competition will qualify for the respective Apparatus Final. A maximum of two gymnasts per federation will be allowed in the finals.

The 8 best Teams from the Senior Qualifying Competition will participate in the Senior Team Final. The teams consist of 3 to 5 gymnasts, of which 3 compete on each apparatus. The 3 scores on each apparatus are added and make the total result.

 

Schedule (all times listed are in Zagreb local time)

Wednesday, 19.08.: Seniors qualification including all-around medal decision
10:00 - 13:30: Subdivision 1 (LTU, HUN, WG1, UKR, SWE, GEO, ESP, Mixed Group 1 (ROU, LAT, MON), Mixed Group 2 (SVK, LUX, SRB))
14:00 - 17:30: Subdivision 2 (BUL, WG2, CYP, NOR, ISR, ARM, IRL, BEL, GRE, CZE, POR, ISL)
17:45 - 21:30: Subdivision 3 (FRA, NED, SUI, TUR, FIN, GBR, CRO, SLO, AUT, GER, ITA, Mixed Group 3 (POL, AZE, DEN))

Thursday, 20.08.: Juniors qualification including team medal decision
10:00 - 12:50: Subdivision 1 (ESP, ITA, FIN, POR, BUl, LAT, Mixed Group 2 (POL, ARM, SVK, GEO))
14:00 - 16:50: Subdivision 2 (GER, WG2, GBR, TUR, CZE, BEL, SWE, FRA, SUI, UKR, Mixed Group 3 (SRB, LTU, ALB, MON), Mixed Group 1 (ROU, ISL))
17:30 - 20:30: Subdivision 3 (WG1, AUT, IRL, AZE, CRO, GRE, NOR, HUN, ISR, SLO, CYP, NED)

Friday, 21.08

17:15 - 17:45: MAG ECh Opening Ceremony

18:00 - 20:30: Seniors Apparatus Finals part 1 (floor, pommel horse, rings)

Saturday, 22.08

10:00 - 12:45: Juniors Apparatus Finals

16:30 - 19:00: Seniors Apparatus Finals part 2 (vault, parallel bars, high bar)

Sunday, 23.08

10:00 - 12:00: Juniors All-Around Final

14:00 - 17:05: Seniors Team Final

 

How to follow the competition?

The men’s event you can watch for € 20 on gymtv.online : static apparatus cameras for senior and junior qualifications and a production for the junior finals where Olly Hogben will join Blythe Lawrence for the expert commentary.

Competition on Friday 21 (men’s apparatus finals part 1), Saturday 22 (men’s apparatus finals part 2) and Sunday 23 August (men’s team final), in addition to the third / last subdivision of the men’s qualification rounds on Wednesday 19 August, are produced for TV and livestreamed via the Eurovision Sports platform European Gymnastics | Watch Gymnastics Online | Eurovision Sport. Also here, you can enjoy the expert commentary of Blythe Lawrence and Olly Hogben. Additionally, check your local TV listings! An overview of the rights holders of our competitions are available for download on our event website:  2026 European Championships in Men's Artistic Gymnastics - Zagreb (CRO) | European Gymnastics

Live scoring will be available on Live Results - SmartScoring | Every second matters

Results of past championships are available on our website.

Official hashtag of the event: #Zagreb2026

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Press contact: Tina Gerets, tgerets@europeangymnastics.com