EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 27 MIN
Milano Cortina 2026: A New Generation Under the Five Rings. Slovak Sound Check Episode 35. (9.2.2026 16:00)
from Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio · host STVR
The Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo are underway, with more than 50 Slovak athletes competing under the five rings. This year’s team features a notably strong presence of young athletes. According to Roman Buček, head of the Slovak delegation, youth representation is even above average. In total, 32 Slovak athletes are making their Olympic debut, underlining a clear generational shift in Slovak sport. Ahead of the Games, we spoke with young figure skating talent Adam Hagara and Slovak flag bearer, bobsledder Viktória Čerňanská. The new episode of Slovak Sound Check also takes a closer look at popular winter sports in Slovakia.
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The Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo are underway, with more than 50 Slovak athletes competing under the five rings. This year’s team features a notably strong presence of young athletes. According to Roman Buček, head of the Slovak delegation, youth representation is even above average. In total, 32 Slovak athletes are making their Olympic debut, underlining a clear generational shift in Slovak sport. Ahead of the Games, we spoke with young figure skating talent Adam Hagara and Slovak flag bearer, bobsledder Viktória Čerňanská. The new episode of Slovak Sound Check also takes a closer look at popular winter sports in Slovakia.
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