What is happening here is humiliating. The organizers are missing 150 days before the start of the World Championships 150 thousand euros – ŠPORT.sk

“We are organizing the world championship in the most historically successful Olympic sport in our country, but what is happening here is humiliating. No system support for this type of event. Begging. It is unbelievable that companies and individuals are calling for ways to help.

I thank the Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sports and Mr. State Secretary Husár for constantly looking for solutions. Sometimes it’s not just about money, but also about interest and willingness to help. We appreciate that Minister Budaj officially accepted us and appreciated not only our work, but also the huge investments of Slovak canoeing in the reconstruction of this state complex. “ said the chairman of the section of wild waters of Slovak canoeing Richard Galovič on the canoe.sk website.

The organizers are doing their best to ensure that low support marks the World Cup as little as possible. What is important at this point, however, is that the championship will take place. “We have huge problems, but we cannot accept that we have canceled the World Cup. It would greatly damage the reputation of our country. So we have made some decisions and we are taking a risk. However, I believe that we will find a way to get to zero in terms of revenue and expenditure. ” clarified the chairman of the organizing committee of the World Championships.

Richard Galovič.

Source: TASR

At the same time, he outlined everything that was planned towards the world championships, but in the end it will not be for the maximum reduction of the budget.

“We have canceled the complete support program. From media support through the opening ceremony to activities aimed at strengthening Slovakia’s diplomatic level in international sports structures. Under normal circumstances, such a championship must be used for all its overlaps, not only for sports, presentations or fans. Despite the budget cuts, however, we must make the most of the event, at least for the positive motivation of young people and their return to sport. “ Galovič continued.

The World Cup will welcome about 800 people from almost 50 countries. All are accommodated in the X-Bionic Sphere in Šamorín. “For the first time in the history of our sport, we are organizing the largest global event in one place. The whole system of accommodation and sports is realized in a closed bubble, where everyone lives together, they can use joint transport, coordinated training, but also a number of accurate LAMP tests from our partner to cover and ensure health aspects in this challenging pandemic time, “ added Galovič.

The World Championships will start on Wednesday, September 22, at 9:00 am with competitions of teams (patrols) of kayakers and canoeists. A day later, there will be a number of qualifications in K1 and C1 for both men and women. In addition to water slalom skiers, competitors in the extreme slalom and downhill sprint disciplines will also compete for medals in Čunov.