Coaching Licence, Comeback and Thoughts of Troja. Vít Přindiš Is Back in the Game

prindisAfter a year-long break, Vít Přindiš is returning to the Czech elite. The kayaker has been through a period of change, reflection and new experiences - and now he is heading back to the start line. One major certainty is already in place: he has earned a spot on the national team in kayak cross. Now, he wants to add classic slalom as well. If everything goes according to plan, he will compete in two disciplines at the World Cup in Prague-Troja from 5 to 7 June 2026. First, however, he faces a crucial domestic selection race.

Tickets Now on Sale: A Sporting Celebration Returns to Prague This June

JS209485The ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup in Prague - Troja has long been synonymous with world-class sport and an unforgettable visitor experience. Each year, it offers fans a rare opportunity to see the biggest names in canoe slalom up close, while newcomers can enjoy a vibrant day outdoors filled with sport, entertainment, and culture. One thing is certain - Troja never disappoints. Ticket sales officially open on Monday, April 26.

Four women on the podium, silver for Krejci

JS204957The third day of the ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup in Prague-Troja is all about kayak cross. In the individual time trials, the top spots were taken by Australia’s Jessica Fox and Belgium’s Gabriel de Coster. The Czech team celebrated two medals, thanks to Olga Samkova, who claimed bronze, and Jakub Krejci, who finished one place higher with silver. The afternoon continues with head-to-head knockout rounds.

Gold for Leibfarth in kayak, three more medals for France

JS204099The K1 finals continued the storyline from the morning’s canoe events, with Evy Leibfarth claiming her first-ever World Cup victory and the French duo Titouan Castryck and Anatole Delassus dominating the men’s podium. Camille Prigent added a silver medal for France. Jiri Prskavec finished fifth, and Antonie Galuskova placed ninth.

First World Cup victory for Pankova, French canoe dominance

JS209485The second day of the Canoe Slalom World Cup in Prague was dedicated to the canoeists. Zuzana Pankova celebrated her first-ever victory in the World Cup series, while the men’s canoe final ended in dramatic fashion with Nicolas Gestin taking the win by just three hundredths of a second. Yesterday’s winner, Gabriela Satkova, finished fourth in front of the home crowd, while the only Czech finalist among the men, Adam Král, came in ninth.

Satkova sisters dominated short slalom at World Cup in Troja

satkovy medThe premiere of the short slalom event at the opening round of the ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup in Prague delivered an exciting spectacle and double medal celebration for the home fans. Sisters Gabriela and Martina Satkova shared the podium in the women’s canoe category. In women’s kayak, victory went to Jessica Fox, while Jakub Grigar triumphed among the men and Adam Burgess recorded the fastest time in the men’s canoe final.

Paddlers and Organisers Prepare for the Czech Debut of Short Slalom

tk 26The ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup in Prague - Troja kicks off tomorrow, 27 June 2025. Friday's program will feature the long-awaited debut of the short slalom event - a revived and dynamic discipline. The entire Czech national team is set to compete, including last year's home race winners Gabriela Satková and Jiří Prskavec. These long-time team leaders will take on both canoe and kayak events, giving the Czech team a medal opportunity on each day of competition.

Ceremonial Bib Handover at the Mayor's Residence

primatorAs is tradition, both Czech and international stars of canoe slalom gathered at the residence of the Mayor of the City of Prague for a ceremonial reception ahead of the upcoming Canoe Slalom World Cup. Among those who received their start numbers were Czech representatives Jiří Prskavec, Jakub Krejčí, and sisters Martina and Gabriela Satková, as well as current Olympic medalists from Paris, including Jessica and Noemie Fox, canoeist Nicolas Gestin, and kayaker Giovanni de Gennaro.