Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Yerlikaya's Assessment of the Mediterranean Games
Deputy Minister Yerlikaya evaluated the successes achieved at the Mediterranean Games and announced that they are aiming for the championship in the overall standings.
Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Yerlikaya highlighted the medals won at the Mediterranean Games in Italy and made assessments regarding Turkey's sports infrastructure and future goals.
Success in Italy Following Mersin
Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Yerlikaya emphasized that Turkey achieved the highest number of medals in its history at the organization in Italy, following the success in Mersin.
Medal Details and Rankings
Stating that Turkey is in second place in the overall standings, Yerlikaya expressed that a total of 111 medals were won in the organization, 41 of which were gold.
Experience Provided to Young Athletes
Stating that young athletes were given opportunities in some branches at the Mediterranean Games, Yerlikaya noted that this situation is of great importance for the athletes to gain experience.
Championship Goal in Overall Standings
Reminding that Turkey has placed second consecutively, Yerlikaya emphasized that it is now time to make Turkey the champion in the overall standings.
Sports Facilities and Projects
Drawing attention to the sports facilities increased across Turkey in recent years, Yerlikaya touched upon the importance of projects such as neighborhood-type gyms and free sports schools.