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A Tribute to Věra Čáslavská: Giant Statue by David Černý in Paris

The monumental, almost ten metres high, dynamic statue of the legendary Czech athlete Věra Čáslavská will be an unmissable symbol for all visitors to the Czech House in La Villette Park in Paris. The tribute to Věra Čáslavská will be on display from 26 July, when the Czech House in Paris opens. It is a symbol of the gymnast’s movements and a reference to the sporting achievements and life attitudes of Věra Čáslavská, a seven-time Olympic champion. “Věra was an amazing person. She was a great athlete, but most of all a wonderful person, with whom it was a pleasure to spend time, as she transferred her enthusiasm to everyone. She loved sport and cheered on all the athletes. That is why we want to remember her again – to our fans and to the whole world,” said Jiří Kejval, President of the Czech Olympic Committee. The statue is made of stainless steel, weighs 7.5 tonnes and reaches a height of over 9 metres. The individual parts travelled from the Czech Republic to Paris in three trucks and were built by a team of technicians on site for a week.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared...

 by Prague Morning Jul 26, 2024

Highjump Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Top Jumpers and Unique Atmosphere

The Highjump event, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, will take place at the Hřiměždice quarry near Příbram on August 2 and 3. Visitors will enjoy performances by water jumpers from around the world, a rich music program, and plenty of entertainment. Tickets are still available here. Highjump stands out for its unique atmosphere and venue. As always, there will be several categories to compete in. Participants will dive from 12- and 16-meter high towers. A major highlight will be the splash-diving competition, where the winner is determined by who creates the biggest splash. The organizers have prepared a captivating musical lineup across several stages. The main acts include rapper Yzomandias, rising star Rohony, rapper Rest with the band Champion Sound, legends PSH, singer 7krát3 with a live band, and DJs Matamar, TK27, Magenta, Roxtar, and many others. On Friday and Saturday, visitors can look forward to performances by Yzomandias from the Milion+ label and the popular Rohony. PSH, consisting of Orion, Vladimir 518, and DJ Mike Trafik, will deliver their usual outstanding performance. Rapper Rest, a hit last year, returns this year with the live band Champion Sound, fresh from their victory at the Red Bull Soundclash. Also performing...

 by Prague Morning Jul 24, 2024

Barbora Krejčíková Reaches Wimbledon Final

Czech 31st seed Barbora Krejčíková will face Italy’s Jasmine Paolini in the Wimbledon final after battling back for a shock 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over former champion Elena Rybakina on Thursday. Just hours after Paolini beat tearful Croatian Donna Vekic 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10/8) in the longest women’s semi-final at the All England Club, it was Krejčíková’s turn to dig deep for victory against fourth-seeded Rybakina in two hours and seven minutes on Centre Court. Krejčíková faces seventh seed Paolini on Saturday in what will be the second Grand Slam final of the 28-year-old’s career after her French Open triumph in 2021. The Czech started 2024 with a run to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open, but a first round exit at the French Open was a major setback. She struggled with a back injury and illness, winning just three singles matches in the five months before finally finding her form in remarkable style at Wimbledon. Krejčíková shocked 11th seed Danielle Collins in the fourth round and former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko in the quarter-finals, before turning her sights on Rybakina. In her first Wimbledon semi-final, Krejcikova turned the tide in the second set, landing a priceless break in...

 by Prague Morning Jul 12, 2024

Meet the 113 Czech Olympians Heading to Paris 2024

The Czech Olympic Committee has announced the final list of 113 athletes who will represent the Czech Republic at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The team was completed with the addition of long-distance runner Petr Meindlschmid and 3000m steeplechase national record holder Tomáš Habarta. The 2024 Olympics will take place from July 26 to August 8 in Paris. Here is the full list of Czech team members: Athletics (30): Jakub Dudycha (800m), Tomáš Habarta (3000m hurdles), Patrik Hájek (hammer throw), Vít Hlaváč (mixed relay walking), David Holý (pole vault), Tereza Hrochová (marathon), Michaela Hrubá (high jump), Nikoleta Jíchová (400m hurdles), Radek Juška (long jump), Matěj Krsek (400m), Eduard Kubelík (200m), Ondřej Macík (200m), Karolína Maňasová (100m), Lurdes Gloria Manuel (400m), Eliška Martínková (20km walk, mixed relay), Petr Meindlschmid (distance), Vít Müller (400m hurdles), Volodymyr Myslyvčuk (hammer throw), Tomáš Němejc (200m), Nikola Ogrodníková (javelin throw), Tereza Petržilková (400m), Kristiina Sasínek Mäki (1500m), Petra Sičaková (javelin throw), Tomáš Staněk (shot put), Moira Stewartová (marathon), Matěj Ščerba (pole vault), Jan Štefela (high jump), Amálie Švábíková (pole vault), Jakub Vadlejch (javelin throw), Lada Vondrová (400m). Badminton (4): Ondřej Král, Jan Louda, Adam Mendrek, Tereza Švábíková. Cycling (7): Ondřej Cink, Adéla Holubová (mountain bikes – cross...

 by Prague Morning Jul 08, 2024

NHL Unveils 2024-25 Schedule with Season Starting in Prague

The National Hockey League revealed its 2024-25 season schedule on Tuesday, with the campaign set to begin October 4-5 with games in Prague before the North American slate starts October 8. The Buffalo Sabres will face the New Jersey Devils in Prague for two games in the NHL Global Series to launch the 1,312-game regular-season schedule. The return of the NHL to Prague after two years was announced on March 12. The last time two games between San Jose and Nashville were played at the O2 Arena was in 2022. The premiere in Prague was in 2008, featuring the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning. Two years later, Boston Bruins faced the Phoenix Coyotes twice at the O2 Arena. In 2019, the Philadelphia Flyers played the Chicago Blackhawks. This year, the Dallas Stars and Florida Panthers will also be in Europe, playing in Tampere on November 1 and 2. The first North American contests will be October 8 when the Florida Panthers raise their first Stanley Cup championship banner in a home opener against the Boston Bruins. Other games that night find Utah, the relocated Arizona Coyotes franchise, playing host to the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis at Seattle....

 by Prague Morning Jul 02, 2024

Czech Olympic Uniforms for Opening Ceremony in Paris Revealed

In just a few weeks, Czech Olympians will debut their modern collection at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris. This year, however, their outfits will feature unique details on their coats, shoes, and scarves, which the president of the Czech Olympic Committee, Jiří Kejval, praises highly. “Even in the crowd, no one will miss us. This is what we want to achieve in the heart of Paris, the capital of fashion,” said Kejval. The most striking element of the distinctive and modern collection is a blue and white trench coat, also inspired by the Czech “baloňák” coat, which the head of the Czech Olympic Committee, Jiří Kejval, said in a press release was meant to honour the host country due to the clothing item’s popularity in France. This item was created in collaboration between the Czech Olympic Team, ALPINE PRO, and designer Jan Černý. “My generation may be surprised by the design of the Opening Ceremony collection, but it will be worn mainly by young people who appreciate Jan Černý’s work. If the athletes feel comfortable in the clothes, they will have the confidence needed for their sporting performance, which we are all looking forward to,” added Kejval. The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris will take...

 by Prague Morning Jul 01, 2024

Czechs Sweat on Schick’s Availability for Turkey Game

Czech Republic may have to do without key striker Patrik Schick for their decisive last Euro 2024 Group E game against Turkey on Wednesday, coach Ivan Hasek said on the eve of the match. The 28-year-old Schick, who was joint top scorer at Euro 2020, hobbled out of their last match against Georgia in Hamburg on Saturday with a calf injury and has not trained since. “Patrik has been with the physios and doctors for the last two days. He wasn’t training. He’s getting better, but we will see tomorrow,” Hasek told a press conference. “Schick is a key player, one of the best scorers in Europe. But if he’s not able to play, we need to replace him. And we have players who are able to replace him and they are ready and been working hard, added Hasek. Schick´s absence would be a serious blow to Czech hopes of progressing to the last 16. They lost to Portugal and were fortunate to avoid defeat by Georgia to earn a point. That means the Czechs must win on Wednesday to stand any chance of progressing and Hasek said they wanted to play for those squad members who have not yet...

 by Prague Morning Jun 26, 2024

Experience EURO 2024 at Rohan BeerGarden: Craft Beer, Food, and Footbal

As the temperature rises and the breeze warms, it’s the perfect time to relax after work and watch football outdoors with friends over a beer. Rohan BeerGarden understands this well and has set up a large LED screen for sports fans to watch their favorite teams while socializing in the heart of Prague. From June 14th to July 14th, the UEFA EURO 2024, will be in full swing. All matches will be projected on the big screen, and you can get your tickets directly on their website. Today’s program features Germany vs. Hungary at 18:00, followed by Scotland vs. Switzerland at 21:00. Other exciting matches include France and Italy, along with many other top teams. The Czech Republic will play on June 22nd and 26th, so book your tickets fast before they sell out. Tickets cost 100 CZK per person, and you can reserve a seat at any available table on the seating map. The beer selection is vast, including the classic Pilsner, the popular and bitter Radegast 12, and a variety of craft beers from the local Počerňák brewery. Food and snacks will also be available. The beer garden is located near the Invalidovna metro station, by the Libeň...

 by Prague Morning Jun 19, 2024

Prague to Host 2026 Children and Youth Olympics for the First Time

Representatives from Prague and the Czech Olympic Committee (COC) announced on Tuesday that the city will host the Children and Youth Olympics in 2026. This event will be held in the capital for the first time and is expected to attract up to 4,500 young athletes from across the Czech Republic. The opening ceremony will take place at the Slavia Prague football stadium in Vršovice. “Our collaboration with Prague universities will ensure we have the necessary facilities. I am pleased that SK Slavia Praha is also involved, offering its sports facilities for the event,” said Prague Councillor for Education, Sport, and Leisure, Antonín Klecanda. On April 8, the Prague City Council approved the application to host the XII Summer Olympiad of Children and Youth of the Czech Republic in 2026. The event will run from Sunday, June 21, to Friday, June 26, 2026. The first day will include the arrival of teams, accommodation arrangements, and the opening ceremony. The following four days will feature sports competitions, concluding with the closing ceremony on June 25. Teams will depart on the final day. The specific sports disciplines will be finalized after discussions with various sports associations. The opening ceremony will be held...

 by Prague Morning Jun 19, 2024

Portugal vs Czech Republic, the First Game at Euro 2024

Closing the first day of the European Championship will be Portugal, which will face the Czech Republic this evening in the Group F match. The team led by coach Roberto Martinez is ready to respond to the other competitors and wants to prove to be a serious contender for the final victory. Leao is expected to start, with Cristiano Ronaldo favored from the first minute over Gonçalo Ramos. The Czechs want to surprise and rely on Schick. Coach Ivan Hašek’s team will then face Georgia, who are considered outsiders, and Turkey. Portugal and Czechia have got used to meeting at EURO final tournaments; this will be their fourth such encounter since 1996, with the Czechs winning the first 1-0 at EURO ’96 and Portugal prevailing in the other two – 3-1 in 2008 and 1-0 in 2012. Recent tussles would suggest another success for Roberto Martínez’s side given that Portugal have won the last four meetings, keeping clean sheets in the last three. Expert predictions Ondřej Zlámal, Czechia reporter To win this game, the Czechs will need to put in a performance for the ages: great teamwork, tight defending and probably a few solid saves from the goalkeeper. The main...

 by Prague Morning Jun 18, 2024

Formula 1 in Prague: David Coulthard to Drive Red Bull Racing Car

Red Bull Racing has announced that legendary Scottish driver David Coulthard will pilot a Formula 1 car in Prague’s Karlín along Rohanské nábřeží. On Saturday, August 17, the F1 car will be showcased in Prague, and the driver is just as noteworthy. Coulthard is returning to a city he knows well. “I have many friends here and visit Prague more often than my native Scotland. It’s a beautiful city, with great sights, cuisine, and people. I believe we’ll put on a memorable show,” says Coulthard, who last year launched a project in Prague to support women in motorsport. The F1 car, an RB7, dates back to 2011 when Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber won twelve out of eighteen Grands Prix. Vettel became world champion, and Red Bull Racing clinched the Constructors’ Cup. “The RB7 is a 750-horsepower car with a 2.4-litre V8 engine that can reach up to 18,000 rpm, weighs about 650 kilograms, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under three seconds,” explains Chris Gregory of the race team. These V8 engines are known for being some of the most exciting in Formula 1 history, unlike the current turbocharged cars. Coulthard, now 53, competed in Formula...

 by Prague Morning Jun 17, 2024

Plan Ahead: L’Étape Czechia Bike Race to Cause Traffic Restrictions on Saturday

The fourth edition of the L’Étape Czech Republic by Tour de France road bike race will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Organizers anticipate up to 3,500 amateur cyclists participating in this year’s event. The race will start at Prague’s Strahov, and cyclists will journey through Beroun, Kladno, Rakovník, and then return to Prague. Due to the race, some roads in Prague and the Central Bohemian Region will have restricted traffic. The race features three routes: the Long route of 130 km starting at 9:30 am, the Medium route of 106 km starting at 10:30 am, and the Short route of 60 km starting at 12:00 pm. The final rider is expected to cross the finish line at Strahov in Prague by 4:00 pm. L’Etape by Tour de France is a global race series under the umbrella of Tour de France, geared towards the cycling public, with competitors both local and global. There will be traffic restrictions in the following streets in Prague: Vaníčkova, Atletická, Skokanská, Tomanova, Bělohorská, Ankarská (Vypich intersection), Karlovarská, Slánská, Drnovská, Na Hůrce, Sobín/Sobínka, Zličín, Hrozenkovská – Strojírenská intersection, Strojírenská, Zličín railway crossing, Strojírenská – Engelmullerova intersection, Makovského – Plzeňská intersection, Plzeňská – Kukulova, Kukulova/Roentgenova intersection,...

 by Prague Morning Jun 13, 2024

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