Madagascar wins 14 gold medals at handisport championship
The island nation dominated the Indian Ocean Clubs Handisport Championship 2026 held in Antananarivo.
Madagascar athletes secured 14 gold, 7 silver, and 6 bronze medals at the Indian Ocean Clubs Handisport Championship (CCCHOI) 2026 in Antananarivo. The six-day event saw Malagasy competitors excel in para-athletics, wheelchair tennis, and para-pétanque. The national team's performance confirmed the growing strength of Malagasy handisport in the region.
The home crowd's support fueled the Malagasy team, which finished first in the overall standings. Notable performances came from Faravavy Aurélie, Randriamanantsoa, Randrianarindra Nancy Carnel, Rakotomanana Tolojanahary Fridon, and Raholijaona Njaka in para-athletics. Mariamo Ali and Rakotonirina Jean Olivier won wheelchair tennis titles, while Malagasy duos triumphed in para-pétanque.
The CCCHOI 2026 also featured a victory for Club Atsimo-Andrefana in wheelchair basketball, defeating Mauritius in the final. Club Haute Matsiatra took third place. Despite Madagascar's overall success, Mauritian athlete Gregori was the top scorer with 48 points. La Réunion placed second in the medal standings, followed by the Comoros and Mauritius.
Why it mattersMalagasy athletes achieved significant success and demonstrated regional dominance in handisport.