Sport & Exercise Science student wins European University Cup title

Sport & Exercise Science student Tomas Vincente Santana has been crowned European champion after winning the –83 kg category at the European Students Cup 2026 held in Mérignac.

Competing against a strong field of 20 athletes, Santana delivered an outstanding performance, securing the overall title with an impressive total of 717.5 kg. His results across the three lifts demonstrated both consistency and exceptional strength throughout the competition.

Santana’s results included:

• Squat: 267.5 kg –  1st place

• Bench Press: 167.5 kg –  3rd place

• Deadlift: 282.5 kg –  3rd place

• Total: 717.5 kg –  Overall Champion

In addition to winning the European title, Santana also achieved a significant milestone for Luxembourg. His performance established new national records in the squat, deadlift and total, further raising the standard for strength sports in the country.

The LUNEX community congratulates Tomas on this outstanding accomplishment and is proud to see its students representing the institution and Luxembourg on the international stage.