European Archery Grand Prix 2025 concludes with Dutch triumph and continental excellence

The final day of the European Archery Grand Prix 2025 at Papendal was a true celebration of skill, concentration, and character. With finals in both the recurve and compound disciplines, spectators witnessed a captivating sporting spectacle where some of Europe’s finest archers delivered under pressure. The host nation, The Netherlands, celebrated multiple victories, while Germany, Great Britain, and Italy also claimed their share of the podium.

Dutch Domination and international class in compound devision

Home gold for Stallen & Willems

The compound mixed team final delivered a crowd-pleasing win for the Netherlands. Fenna Stallen and Stef Willems held their nerve against Italy’s Giulia Di Nardo and Marco Seri. Starting with a 39-point end, the Dutch pair never looked back, closing the match 153–149. It was a demonstration of smart pacing and mental strength, adding another gold to an already impressive campaign.

Bosansky delivers for Slovakia

Jozef Bosansky (SVK) produced a clinical performance in the men’s final, defeating Joannes Poulsen (FRO) 148–144. The match remained tight through three ends, but Bosansky’s precision and three consecutive 30s sealed the victory. Poulsen’s silver was historic for the Faroe Islands, proving he belongs among Europe’s elite. Marco Seri (ITA) edged out Martin Vanek (CZE) in the bronze match with a narrow 138–137 win. The contest was neck-and-neck, with Seri pulling ahead in the final two ends.

Marcussen makes history

Denmark’s Sofie Louise Dam Marcussen stormed to gold in the women’s individual final with a powerful 148–144 win over Germany’s Katharina Raab. Marcussen opened with three perfect ends and never relinquished control. Raab fought valiantly, but Marcussen’s flawless shooting kept her out of reach. In the bronze match, Marie Marquardt (GER) defeated teammate Jennifer Walter 142–139. Marquardt’s early lead held strong despite Walter’s steady recovery in the final ends.

Germany continues to impress

Germany’s compound women’s team consisting of Raab, Walter, and Marquardt put in another commanding performance, defeating Italy 228–219. With three straight 58-point ends, the Germans showed elite consistency. Italy remained competitive throughout but could not close the gap.

Dutch gold without shooting

The men’s compound team final ended unexpectedly, as Germany did not start the match, giving the Netherlands the gold by walkover. Stef Willems, Sil Pater, and Rik Snelder were awarded the win, capping a strong week in which Willems also played key roles in the mixed and individual events.

Dutch glory, British brilliance, and German dominance in the recurve category

Senna Roos strikes individual gold at home

The men’s recurve final became a dream scenario for the home crowd. Senna Roos showed from his very first arrow that he was in form. Opening with a 27-point set against Italy’s Federico Musolesi, he immediately set the tone. Maintaining his rhythm and composure, Roos closed out the match with a 6–2 win. It was not only a personal triumph but also a symbolic end for TeamNL during this European Archery Grand Prix on home soil.

The bronze match featured two British athletes. Patrick Huston, one of the most seasoned names on this tournament, shot with confidence and left little room for Erik Rowbotham to respond. With a dominant 7–1 performance, Huston once again proved his pedigree on the international stage.

Penny Healey leads for Britain

In the women’s recurve final, rising stars Penny Healey and Charline Schwarz met in a high-level battle. After losing the opening set, Healey found her groove, delivering tighter groupings and winning the final two sets with scores of 26 and 28. Her 7–3 victory was a testament to her technical and mental strength. The bronze match provided one of the day’s most dramatic finishes. Chiara Rebagliati (ITA) and Veronika Marchenko (UKR) ended 5–5 after five sets, requiring a one-arrow shoot-off. Both shot a 9, but Rebagliati’s arrow landed closer to the center, earning her the bronze in thrilling fashion.

Italy edges The Netherlands in Recurve Men Team final

The men’s team final saw Italy and The Netherlands go head-to-head in a matchup where every arrow counted. While the final score read 6–0 in Italy’s favor, each set was tight, with margins of just a few points. Musolesi, Mandia, and Bilisari demonstrated the value of experience and cohesion under pressure. The Dutch trio of Senna Roos, Yaël Smeets, and Kay van Laarhoven had their chances but couldn’t find the extra edge. Still, their silver medal reflected the team’s growing strength and depth.

German precision secures gold

In the women’s team final, Germany’s trio was unstoppable. Katharina Bauer, Elina Idensen, and Michelle Kroppen delivered a near-perfect performance, outshooting the Italian team in all three sets. Their 6–0 win was built on near-flawless shooting, averaging almost 9.5 points per arrow. Italy, with Rebagliati, Tatiana Andreoli, and Lucilla Boari, gave a solid effort but couldn’t match the Germans’ relentless pace.

Bauer and Kramer take it for Germany in Recurve Mixed Team

Katharina Bauer, already a gold medalist in the women’s team event, joined forces with Mathias Kramer to defeat Czechia’s Marie Horackova and Adam Li in the recurve mixed team final. With set scores of 36, 37, and 38, the German duo sealed the 5–1 win in just three ends. Bauer’s leadership and consistency were key throughout the day.

European archery at its finest

The European Archery Grand Prix 2025 in Arnhem proved once again why this event is a highlight of the international season. In a spirit of sportsmanship, technical excellence, and intense competition, Papendal became the stage for the future of the sport. For the Netherlands, the final day meant more than medals. It was a testament to growth, development, and a well-utilized home advantage.

With world-class performances and broad representation from across the continent, this edition of the Grand Prix showed that European archery is thriving, and more competitive than ever as the sport moves toward the World Championships later this year.