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Menšík Stuns Djokovic to Win First ATP Tour Title in Miami

Jakub Menšík will never forget how he won his first ATP Tour title. Czech teenager Tomáš Menšík defeated Novak Djokovic 7-6, 7-6 to win the Miami Open presented by Itau title on Sunday. The 19-year-old became the second-youngest titlist in tournament history behind Carlos Alcaraz, who lifted the trophy in 2022 as an 18-year-old. “To be honest, I don’t know what to say. It feels incredible, obviously,” Menšík said in his on-court interview. “It was probably the biggest day of my life, and I did super, which I’m really glad [about], to show the performance and keep the nerves outside of the court before the match. I feel just super happy,y and I think that the feelings will come later.” The defeat leaves Djokovic, who appeared to struggle with an issue underneath his right eye, without a title on tour since the ATP Finals in 2023. His only success in 2024 came at the Olympics. “There is no harder task in tennis than to beat him in the finals,” said Menšík, who lost his only previous meeting with Djokovic in Shanghai. “You’re the one I idolised when I was young. I started playing tennis because of you. This is your...

 by Prague Morning Mar 31, 2025

Galaksia Praha 23: Where Football Unites 30+ Nationalities in Prague

Sport has the power to unite people, bridging cultures and fostering a sense of belonging. In Prague, one club is doing just that—Galaksia Praha 23. Since its founding in June 2023, Galaksia Praha 23 has grown into a dynamic football community, bringing together players and coaches from more than 30 nationalities. With over 60 active members, the club fosters inclusivity through a shared love of football, transcending borders and backgrounds. One of its biggest achievements to date is securing a spot in the Czech League of Football for the 2025/2026 season, where it will compete from the 9th tier. This marks a steady rise in the domestic football scene. Over the past two seasons in the Hanspaulka league, Galaksia has earned three promotions across two teams, underlining its competitive drive. Beyond league success, the club has made waves in tournaments. It claimed victory at the 2024 Summer Soccer Festival in Brno and notched an impressive beach soccer win against a Sparta Prague side—clear signs of its growing influence in Czech football. Expanding its reach beyond football, the club also offers weekly English-speaking 3×3 indoor basketball sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays, welcoming players from all backgrounds. This initiative reflects Galaksia’s broader...

 by Nusrat Jahan Shuvra Mar 30, 2025

MMA History Will Be Made – Végh and Vémola Face Off in Their Last Battle

On Saturday, June 14, Eden Stadium will host OKTAGON 72, where over 28,000 fans will gather for a night of world-class MMA action. This isn’t just any fight night – it’s the conclusion of the most intense rivalry in European MMA. In the main event, two legends – Karlos Vémola and Attila Végh – will face off for the third and final time. The score is tied at 1–1, and this fight will settle the question once and for all: Who is the greatest fighter in Czech and Slovak MMA history? Their story is legendary. Végh shocked the MMA world in 2019 when he knocked out Vémola in the first round of the original “Fight of the Century.” Vémola, driven by revenge, got his payback in 2024 at Eden Stadium, choking out Végh in the second round in front of a record-breaking crowd. Now, with both men declaring this their final fight, Judgment Day is here. Everything is on the line. This is more than a fight – it’s a legacy-defining moment. The co-main event features a fight we’ve waited six years to see. Two of the best middleweights in Europe – Makhmud Muradov and Patrik Kincl – will finally...

 by Prague Morning Mar 30, 2025

Prague Half Marathon to Take Place on April 5

The renowned Generali Prague Half Marathon is set to kick off in just two weeks, on Saturday, April 5. With 16,000 registered runners, it stands as the largest half marathon in Central and Eastern Europe. “We are thrilled to see such a high level of participation, highlighting the global appeal of this race. The event reached its full capacity exceptionally quickly, with all entries selling out nearly six months in advance,” said Jiří Nečásek, Marketing Director of RunCzech. This year marks the 25th edition of the race, which is once again part of the prestigious SuperHalfs series. This unique series has been guiding endurance runners through some of Europe’s most enchanting cities. Following Lisbon and Prague, SuperHalfs will move on to Berlin, before heading to Copenhagen, Cardiff, and culminating in Valencia—home to five of the fastest women’s half marathon performances and seven of the top ten men’s times in history. The 2025 edition of Generali Prague Half is set to deliver world-class performances, with realistic expectations of new race records in both the men’s (58:24) and women’s (1:04:52) categories. The women’s record, set eight years ago by Joyceline Jepkosgei of the RunCzech Racing Team, was a historic moment for the...

 by Prague Morning Mar 29, 2025

Ester Ledecká Makes History Again at 2025 Snowboard World Championships

Ester Ledecka added another trophy to her collection of silverware when she won the parallel giant slalom at the snowboard world championships Thursday. The three-time Olympic champion, who won bronze in the downhill at the Alpine Skiing Worlds in February, was in a class of her own. She dominated qualification then easily defeated all of her rivals en route to the final. There, she beat the defending women’s parallel giant slalom champion Tsubaki Miki of Japan. It was Ledecka’s first snowboard world title in eight years. The versatile Czech athlete already had two golds and a silver from parallel giant slalom races at the snowboarding worlds in 2015 and 2017. “It’s awesome,” Ledecka said. “I haven’t competed in a world championships since [2017] because it was difficult with timing because of skiing events.” Aleksandra Krol-Walas of Poland won the bronze medal race over Ladina Caviezel of Switzerland. Ledecka famously won Olympic gold in skiing’s super-G and snowboarding’s parallel GS at the 2018 Pyeongchang Games and added another gold on her board in 2022 in Beijing. A scheduling issue at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics — where the parallel GS in snowboarding and the Alpine downhill are both set for Feb. 8...

 by Prague Morning Mar 20, 2025

Brno MotoGP Could Receive CZK 300 Million from Government

The Czech government is considering a substantial investment of 300 million crowns to support the return of MotoGP racing to Brno. The proposal could lead to public funding surpassing half a billion crowns, with additional contributions from local authorities. The championship is set to return to the iconic Masaryk Circuit this July after a five-year absence. Prime Minister Petr Fiala confirmed the revival of the event last summer, initially suggesting state support in the “higher tens of millions.” Beyond its economic benefits, the event is also seen as an important part of Czech cultural heritage. The South Moravian Region has already committed CZK 35 million annually for the next five years, amounting to 175 million crowns in total. Brno city is expected to match this figure, pending approval from the city council. With public expenditure potentially reaching CZK 650 million, the Grand Prix’s organization will be managed by Autoklub in partnership with Automotodrom Brno. Private entities are expected to cover a large portion of the overall costs, with the licensing fee alone set at around CZK 162 million. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more

 by Prague Morning Feb 26, 2025

Son of Legendary Italian Goalkeeper Buffon to Represent Czech Republic

Louis Thomas Buffon, the 17-year-old son of Italian football legend Gianluigi Buffon and Czech model Alena Šeredová, has been named in the Czech Republic’s U-18 squad for its first training camp of the year. The Pisa midfielder, who holds dual citizenship, has received his first international call-up under head coach Václav Jílek. The Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) confirmed the squad selection on its official website today. While his father made history as a World Cup-winning goalkeeper with Italy in 2006, Louis Buffon has taken a different path, playing as a midfielder in Pisa’s youth academy. Although he has only featured in Italy’s Primavera junior league so far, he was included in the senior squad for the first time last weekend. During Pisa’s Serie B match against Cesena (1:1), Buffon remained on the bench but gained valuable experience. Interestingly, Pisa’s head coach is Filippo Inzaghi, a former Juventus teammate of his father. The Czech U-18 national team, led by Václav Jílek, is set to reunite for the first time since November, when they played two friendlies against Austria, losing 0:2 and winning 1:0. Buffon isn’t the only foreign-based player called up for the squad. Defender Timothy Akindileni of...

 by Prague Morning Feb 18, 2025

Run with Your Valentine at the Prague Airport Valentine’s Run

This Valentine’s Day, why not celebrate in a fun and meaningful way by joining the 2025 Prague Airport Valentine’s Day Run? Whether you’re a beginner, or recreational runner and you are running the race for the first time, this event is designed to welcome everyone! It’s the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, have fun, and all of that in the name of Cupid. This year, the race brings something exciting: the route has been extended from 5 km to 7 km, giving you a little more to enjoy along the way. Runners will start and finish at the beautiful Stromovka Park, one of Prague’s most beloved green spaces. Plus, a complete results service will be available for the first time, so you can track your time and accomplishments and celebrate your personal progress and a medal. But the best part? Just like last year, the event will have a heartwarming charitable element, allowing runners to support a good cause while staying active and having fun. It’s a perfect reminder that love and kindness can be shared in so many ways. That’s why 10 % of your registration fees go to Pink Bubble charity which helps young people to fight against...

 by Prague Morning Jan 30, 2025

Czechia Beats Sweden 3-2 to Win Bronze at World Juniors

It took a shootout to decide the winner, but Czechia held on in the skills competition to beat Sweden 3-2 and take home bronze at the 2025 World Junior Championship. The bronze is Czechia’s third since the split from Czechoslovakia and their second in two years. The Czechs also took home silver in 2023 and finished fourth in 2022, so the team’s recent run is a sign that the program is thriving right now. Sweden, meanwhile, is 1-2 in the bronze game over the past four years. The team took third in Edmonton in 2022 before falling to the United States in Halifax back in 2023. The Swedes bounced back in 2024, taking home silver after once again losing to the Americans. USA and Finland will play in the gold medal game shortly after 7:30 PM ET. The Czechs struggled in the first 10 minutes, registering just one shot. Fortunately for them, they made it count as Jakub Stancl took Adam Jecho’s feed and fired it past Marcus Gidlof for the 1-0 goal. The Swedes were much more active on the attack, and at 12:31, David Edstrom got Sweden on the board after Czech goaltender Michael Hrabal lost track of...

 by Prague Morning Jan 06, 2025

Bohemians Praha to Modernize Historic Ďolíček Stadium by 2026

Bohemians Praha 1905 is set to start a significant renovation of their iconic Ďolíček Stadium in late 2025. The project, estimated to cost between CZK 300 and CZK 350 million, aims to modernize the facility to meet contemporary standards and enhance the fan experience. Historical Significance of Ďolíček Stadium Established in 1932, Ďolíček Stadium has been the home ground for Bohemians Praha 1905 for over nine decades. Located in the Vršovice district of Prague, the stadium holds a special place in Czech football history, witnessing numerous memorable matches and serving as a cultural landmark for the local community. Details of the Renovation Plan The renovation is structured into five phases, each focusing on different stadium sections to ensure that Bohemians can continue hosting matches at Ďolíček throughout the construction period. The current seating capacity of 6,300 is slated to increase to 7,795 seats, with the potential to accommodate up to 9,500 spectators by incorporating safe standing areas in the northern and southern stands. A notable addition is constructing a new southern stand behind the goal adjacent to the tram stop, which will complete the stadium’s enclosure. The design respects the height of the existing main stand, maintaining architectural harmony. Behind...

 by Prague Morning Jan 06, 2025

Hit the Slopes: Discover Czechia’s Top 10 Ski Destinations

Czechia, with its diverse mountain ranges and well-developed ski infrastructure, offers a variety of options for winter sports enthusiasts. Here are some of the top ski resorts to consider for your next winter getaway: 1. SkiResort Černá hora – Pec Located in the Krkonoše Mountains, this is the largest ski resort in Czechia, boasting over 50 kilometers of slopes. It offers modern facilities, including cable cars and chairlifts, and caters to both beginners and advanced skiers. The interconnected areas provide a diverse skiing experience. Buy your ski pass at home You need just one ski pass to have an access to all the 50 kilometres of slopes. You can buy it on-line and pick it up at any of the 9 sKiosk vending machines. 2. Špindlerův Mlýn Ski Resort Also situated in the Krkonoše Mountains, Špindlerův Mlýn is one of the most renowned ski resorts in the country. With approximately 25 kilometers of slopes, it offers a variety of runs for all skill levels. The resort is known for its vibrant après-ski scene and regularly hosts international competitions. Choose one of the 5 ski areas. The best-known area is Svatý Petr (St. Peter), followed by Medvědín, Hromovka, Labská, and finally...

 by Prague Morning Dec 29, 2024

From Paintball to Climbing: Free Sports Week Returns to Prague

Discover dozens of free sports activities during Prague’s annual Free Sports Week, running from December 25 to 31. Find out how to participate and explore new sports opportunities. The Free Sports Week returns to Prague this December, offering residents an opportunity to enjoy a wide range of sporting activities for free. Full details, including participating locations and schedules, can be found on the official website: prahasportovni.cz A Week of Active Opportunities Prague’s Free Sports Week aims to make sports more accessible while promoting a healthy lifestyle. “This event is a unique chance for residents to try not only traditional sports but also less conventional activities. It’s an excellent way to explore new sports facilities and embrace a healthier lifestyle,” says Antonín Klecanda, the City Councilor for Sports. He encourages residents to take advantage of the initiative to discover sports they might continue in the new year. The program includes both popular activities like football and tennis and non-traditional options such as climbing, martial arts, and paintball. Participants can choose from a list of several dozen sports to suit their interests. Important Reservation Details While many venues offer free access during this period, some require reservations due to limited capacity. Free...

 by Prague Morning Dec 24, 2024