28/12/2025
PRESS RELEASE
International Distinction of Greece at the 27th IRO – Strong Presence of ELOART and IROC Hellas
The Hellenic Robotic Sports Federation (HRSF), in cooperation with IROC Hellas, proudly announces the outstanding international distinction of Greece at the 27th International Robotics Olympiad (IRO).
A total of 18 countries qualified for the Grand Finals of the 27th IRO, following a rigorous national qualification process in each participating country. Overall, 1,117 athletes and 194 coaches took part in the final stage of the competition, representing the highest level of competitive educational robotics worldwide.
Qualification for the Grand Finals was granted ex>clusively through officially recognized national championships. In Greece, the National Team was formed through the Panhellenic Techathlon – TLC Championship, officially organized and conducted by ELOART, serving as the sole national selection and evaluation mechanism.
GREECE AT THE 27th IRO – AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS
The Greek National Team achieved remarkable results, earning Gold Medals, Technical Awards, and Bronze Medals, confirming the high standard of preparation, scientific methodology, and competitive excellence.
>Gold Medals – Mission Challenge (Senior)
Vasiliki Kelandria
Maria Isavella Vogiatzi
Kallirroi Anastasiou
>Technical Awards – Mission Challenge (Senior)
Anastasios Xanthoulis
Aikaterini Orliakli
Apollon Tselepis
>Technical Awards – Creative Movie (Senior)
Vasiliki Kelandria
Maria Isavella Vogiatzi
>Technical Awards – Creative Category (Idea)
>>Junior L
Orfeas Tselepis
Danai Kyriaki Karaliota
Ifigeneia Tselepi
>>Senior
Kallirroi Anastasiou
Rafail-Georgios Koumpasaros
Angelos Telcha
>Bronze Medals – Creative Category (Technic, Senior)
Aikaterini Orliakli
Anastasios Xanthoulis
Apollon Tselepis
>Strategic Importance of the Achievement
This international success is not an isolated event. It is the result of systematic training, institutional organization, scientific evaluation, and a sports-oriented approach to robotics, as implemented by ELOART and IROC Hellas.
Behind these achievements stand:
the dedicated athletes and coaches,
the committed parents and supporters,
as well as wise donors and major sponsors, whose contribution directly supports the sustainable development of the next generation.
Message to the International Community
Greece affirms its presence on the global map of competitive robotics not as a participant, but as a country with structured institutions, transparent selection processes, and measurable results.
Collaboration with the international IRO community continues to strengthen, aiming at long-term development, innovation, and meaningful international cooperation in educational and competitive robotics.
ELOART/HRSF – IROC Hellas
Robotics as sport, education and excellence.
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