For the third year in a row, behind the walls of Tuida fortress, a traditional archery tournament "Griffon" was held! Last week, on 27/05/2023, clubs and individual competitors from all over the country tested their strength in the fortress. The organizers from the Martial Arts Club "Griffon", Sliven, took care of the impeccably prepared shooting ranges and various disciplines for the participants.
In the category up to 12 years of age, the first three places were won by club "Siva". In the category up to 16 years of age, the first place was won by the Velichie club, followed by the Metal Archery club and the Siva club. In the men's category, Bozhidar Lalev brought a gold medal for Velichie club, while Boyan Petkov and Dimitar Daskalov from Siva club took silver and bronze medals. In the women's category, Ivelina Petrova won a gold medal for Velichie club, and Joana Nyagolova and Nina Yankova from Siva club won silver and bronze medals. In the team games, the winners were the "Zmeeborets" team from the "Velichie" club, followed by the "Alba", "Matal Archery" and "Griffon" teams.
The tournament was held with the support of the Municipality of Sliven and Tuida Fortress.