The Nafplio Classic is likely to become a regular on the bodybuilding calendar ©IFBB

The first edition of the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Nafplio Classic in Greece has been declared a success.

More than 20 countries were represented at Nafplio's Municipal Stadium with prizes awarded across 15 categories.

Tasos Koligkionis, a well-known local promoter and athlete, organised the event alongside the Greek Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation.

Nafplio Mayor Dimitros Kostouros was among those to attend and was presented with the IFBB Spirit of Sport Award.

The Nafplio Classic was the third international fitness and bodybuilding event held in the coastal town over the past two years.

"With the participation of athletes from more than 20 countries, including several away from Europe, the first edition of the IFBB Nafplio Classic has been another fantastic success for bodybuilding and fitness in Greece," the IFBB said.

Nafplio Mayor Dimitros Kostouros was among those to attend and was presented with the IFBB Spirit of Sport Award ©IFBB
Nafplio Mayor Dimitros Kostouros was among those to attend and was presented with the IFBB Spirit of Sport Award ©IFBB

Spain were the big winners at the event, scooping four titles.

Sidy Pouye won the men's physique over-178 centimetres and Rocío Araujo won the bodyfitness under-160cm.

Lina Bejarano was the bikini champion at under-160cm with Ana Sorokina collecting the bikini under-166cm title.

There were also three victories for Italy and two each for Slovakia and Ukraine.

Greece collected one home title as Nora Kollia won the women's physique division.

The competition offered IFBB elite pro cards.