World’s Best Paddlers Coming to Prague: 341 Boats, 41 Nations, One Epic Weekend
Prague – Troja has hosted the Canoe Slalom World Cup twenty times already. Since the first race in 1995, a lot of water has flowed through the Troja course. Now, the most popular race of the canoeing season is returning to Prague once again – from June 27 to 29. Organizers are expecting athletes from five continents and promise a spectacular event. Olympic champions from Paris as well as Tokyo 2020 silver medalist Lukáš Rohan will be present, although Rohan will not be competing this time.
Final Preparations: Home Athletes, Olympic Stars, and Young Talents at the Start
How will young newcomers perform on their home course as part of the Czech national team? Can Gabriela Satková shine in both the canoe and kayak events? And will Czech stars led by Tokyo Olympic champion Jiří Prskavec claim medals in such a strong field? These questions will be answered next weekend in Troja.
Tickets are still available at slalomtroja.cz – Tickets, with discounted prices valid until June 25. VIP tickets are in high demand – only a few are left!
Athletes from Five Continents and 41 Countries
Athletes from all over the globe will gather in Prague – 341 boats from 41 countries in total. They will be competing not only for World Cup points but also for attractive prizes from the event’s partners.
The entry list includes Olympic champions from Paris – French canoeist Nicolas Gestin, Italian kayaker Giovanni De Gennaro, and Australia’s star duo Jessica and Noemie Fox. And that’s just the beginning – spectators can look forward to a world-class lineup.
Lukáš Rohan as Commentator and Part of the Organizing Team
When athletes can’t compete, they often step into new roles – whether in the event’s organization or media coverage. This year, Tokyo 2021 silver medalist Lukáš Rohan is one of them.
“I’ll be commentating the TV broadcast for Czech Television. I really enjoyed it in the past, though I haven’t done it for a few years, so I’m excited. As a kid, this was my dream job. I’m also looking forward to working with Jiří Hölzel and Tomáš Budka. I’ll be part of both the technical and media teams and will help wherever I can, from morning to evening all week long. Even when we race, we always try to support the event’s organization,” says Rohan, who narrowly missed out on this year’s national team selection.
“I hoped to race here as an athlete. In recent years, I’ve focused entirely on competition. When I found out in early May that I wouldn't be racing, I offered to help. I’m happy to contribute wherever I can,” adds the Czech canoeist, son of race director and Olympic silver medalist Jiří Rohan.
A Future Beyond Racing?
For now, Lukáš Rohan isn’t considering a career as a sports official.
“I don’t know if organizing races is my future. But I’ll definitely stay involved in the sports world. It’s close to my heart, and I still believe I have more to offer as an athlete. Next year, I plan to fight for a place on the national team again – and maybe I’ll return to Troja as a competitor. But yes, I do have to start thinking about what comes after my racing career.”
Medal Hopes? There’s Reason for Optimism
Home races always come with high expectations.
“This year’s team selection showed how strong the competition is in the Czech Republic. Honestly, anyone on the team could surprise. I’m particularly close to the men’s C1 (canoe single) category and believe in Adam Král. He’s a rookie, but if he performs like he did in the selection races, he could aim high. Still, the first season on the national team is always mentally tough – especially in front of a home crowd. But that support can also push you to a great performance. I’ll be rooting for all our athletes,” concludes Rohan.
Thanks to Our Partners
This prestigious sporting event is supported financially by numerous partners, including the general partner ČEZ Group, main partner UNIQA Financial Group, the National Sports Agency, the City of Prague, and others.
Tickets Available Online Only
Tickets are sold exclusively online in electronic form this year – there will be no on-site ticket booths. We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance, ideally by June 25, to take advantage of reduced pricing.
Children under 140 cm get in for free, and on Friday, September 27, 2025, all primary and secondary school students receive free entry.
More information and tickets are available at Tickets.