🏊🏻♂️ 26th Edition 2026, 30th January – 1st February
Source: https://www.euromeet.lu/
Euro Meet Luxembourg 2026
Friday Afternoon Session: 15:50
SCHEDULE: https://www.euromeet.lu/…/Schedule_EuroMeet2026…
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LIVE RESULTS: https://www.euromeet.lu/live/
2026, 30th January – 1st February
Coque Luxembourg, Centre National Sportif et Culturel 
The 26th edition of the Euro Meet (January 30 – February 1, 2026) saw a strong showing from the home team, highlighted by multiple national records and several finals appearances.
Key Highlights for Luxembourg
Emma Barthel (New National Record)
The standout performance came from Emma Barthel, who shattered the Luxembourgish national record in the women’s 200m breaststroke.
- Result: 2nd place in the B-final.
- Time: 2:34.58.
- Significance: This performance capped an impressive weekend for the 15-year-old, following her previous record-setting run (2:37.13) at the 2025 edition of the meet.
Finn Kemp
Finn Kemp reached the A-final in the men’s 200m breaststroke after a strong qualifying session.
- Result: 8th place in the A-final.
- Performance: He set a new personal best in the final. Earlier in the meet, he nearly broke the national record in the 50m breaststroke but was unfortunately disqualified for an illegal kick.
Other Notable Results
- Florian Frippiat: Demonstrated consistency by qualifying for and competing in two A-finals across the weekend, including a strong performance on Saturday.
- Alexander Kidd (Luxembourg Sharks): Competed in the 100m Freestyle, clocking a time of 55.56, placing him among the competitive mid-field of the Open category.
- Julien Henx: Reached the A-final of the 50m butterfly, finishing 8th with a time of 24.50.
- Lou Jominet: Secured a 7th-place finish in the women’s 1500m freestyle final, touching the wall at 17:34.87.
- João Carneiro: Competed alongside Kemp in the breaststroke events; while he did not reach his personal bests during this meet, he remained a key veteran presence for the team.
Summary Table: Selected Luxembourgish Finals
| Athlete | Event | Rank | Time | Note |
| Emma Barthel | 200m Breaststroke | 2nd (B-Final) | 2:34.58 | NR |
| Finn Kemp | 200m Breaststroke | 8th (A-Final) | — | Personal Best |
| Julien Henx | 50m Butterfly | 8th (A-Final) | 24.50 | |
| Lou Jominet | 1500m Freestyle | 7th (Final) | 17:34.87 |
Daily Competition Schedule
Friday, January 30, 2026
Morning: Session 1 (Heats) | Evening: Session 2 (Finals)
- 400m Individual Medley (Women / Men)
- 200m Butterfly (Women / Men)
- 100m Breaststroke (Women / Men)
- 800m Freestyle (Women – Direct Final / Fast heats in the evening)
- 1500m Freestyle (Men – Direct Final / Fast heats in the evening)
- 50m Butterfly (Women / Men)
- No guarantee, the times given are subject to change by the organizer at any time.
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Morning: Session 3 (Heats) | Evening: Session 4 (Finals)
- 50m Breaststroke (Women / Men)
- 50m Butterfly (Women / Men)
- 100m Backstroke (Women / Men)
- 200m Freestyle (Women / Men)
- 200m Breaststroke (Women / Men)
- 100m Butterfly (Women / Men)
- 400m Freestyle (Men – Direct Final)
- 200m Individual Medley (Women / Men)
- No guarantee, the times given are subject to change by the organizer at any time.
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Morning: Session 5 (Heats) | Evening: Session 6 (Finals)
- 50m Backstroke (Women / Men)
- 50m Freestyle (Women / Men)
- 100m Breaststroke (Women / Men)
- 200m Butterfly (Women / Men)
- 100m Freestyle (Women / Men)
- 200m Backstroke (Women / Men)
- 400m Freestyle (Women – Direct Final)
- No guarantee, the times given are subject to change by the organizer at any time.
The Euro Meet International swimming competition in Luxembourg has grown into a prestigious and important event on the international aquatics calendar.
🏊♂️ Key Historical Facts
- Inception: The first Euro Meet was held in January 1999.
- Origin of Name: The competition was founded by Luxembourg’s Nory Kruchten, with the idea of creating a major meet with prize money in Euros, coinciding with the introduction of the Euro as the new currency of the European Union.
- Organizer: The event is primarily organized by the Luxembourg Swimming Federation (FLNS), with a key role played by the local club Swimming Luxembourg.
- Venue: It is held annually at the Piscine D’Coque Aquatic Center in the Kircherg district of Luxembourg City. This world-renowned sports complex features a 50m Olympic pool.
- Timing: The meet typically takes place at the end of January.
📈 Significance and Growth
The Euro Meet has steadily gained popularity and prestige:
- International Participation: It regularly attracts hundreds of elite athletes—including Olympic, World, and European champions—from dozens of countries. For example, the 2025 event brought together over 630 athletes from around 25 countries.
- Preparation for Major Events: The timing and high level of competition make it a crucial preparatory event for major international meets, such as the Olympic Games and the World Championships. It is often classified as a qualifying event by World Aquatics.
- Notable Competitors and Records: The meet has been graced by some of the biggest names in swimming, with many setting meet records.
- Notable Past Competitors: Elite swimmers like Adam Peaty (GBR), Sarah Sjöström (SWE), Florent Manaudou (FRA), Katinka Hosszú (HUN), and David Popovici (ROU) have competed and set records.
- Examples of Meet Records: The Meet Records board shows times set by these athletes, such as Adam Peaty in the 50m and 100m Breaststroke, and Sarah Sjöström in the 50m/100m Freestyle and 50m/100m Butterfly.
- Luxembourgish Impact: The event provides a significant platform for local swimmers. For instance, the 2025 event saw a national record set by 14-year-old Emma Barthel in the 200m breaststroke.
The Euro Meet is not just a major sporting competition, but also a complex operation made possible by over 140 volunteers and numerous officials, underscoring Luxembourg’s commitment to high-level aquatics.
