Baku: Azerbaijani rower Tatyana Smilovenko will compete at the 2026 Paddle Europe Canoe Sprint, Paracanoe and Masters Championships scheduled to take place in Montemor-o-Velho, Portugal, from June 11-14. Smilovenko is set to represent Azerbaijan in the canoeing event.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Tatyana Smilovenko previously achieved a significant milestone by securing a bronze medal at the 2025 ECA Junior and U23 Canoe Sprint European Championships, which were held in Pite?ti, Romania. Her participation in the upcoming championships in Portugal highlights her continued dedication and prominence in the sport.