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Israeli Olympic Medalists Praise Maccabiah Games as Special Event Ahead of 2026 Opening
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First reported by Mako · Jul 1, 2026
What happened
Ahead of the 2026 Maccabiah Games opening, Israeli Olympic medalists Artem Dolgopyat and Inbal Lnir expressed pride and excitement about the event's significance and their roles, including Lnir lighting the torch. They highlighted the games as a major Jewish sporting event held in Israel despite security challenges.
- 01Artem Dolgopyat and Inbal Lnir shared their excitement ahead of the 2026 Maccabiah Games opening.
- 02Dolgopyat emphasized the special nature of competing at home amid security concerns.
- 03Lnir will light the torch at the opening ceremony, calling it a great honor.
- 04Both athletes are decorated Olympians and central to the Maccabiah's profile.
- 05Lnir hopes the event will lead to more major sports competitions in Israel.
- 06The games attract many Jewish athletes worldwide despite the current security situation.
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