Liudmyla Babak Wins Two Medals at Canoe Marathon World Championships

The athlete from Kayak Clube Castores do Arade became world vice-champion in the short distance and secured 3rd place in the long distance.

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The Municipality of Lagoa congratulated athlete Liudmyla Babak, from Kayak Clube Castores do Arade, for winning two medals at the Canoe Marathon World Championships, held in Gualeguaychú, Argentina.

The athlete achieved 2nd place in the short distance event, becoming the world vice-champion, and secured 3rd place in the long distance event, achieving two prominent positions in one of the most demanding international competitions of the sport.
These results are a source of pride for the municipality of Lagoa and reflect the talent, dedication, and work developed by the athlete and the Kayak Clube Castores do Arade, contributing to the affirmation of Lagoa's sport internationally.
The Municipality of Lagoa extends its congratulations to Liudmyla Babak and the Kayak Clube Castores do Arade for this extraordinary sporting achievement, also recognizing the contribution of the coaches, directors, and all those who accompany and support the athlete's journey.
Lagoa is proud of its athletes and the results that carry the municipality's name beyond its borders.
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal de Lagoa (Algarve) (27/10/2026)