"For the first time, we're ahead of Ukraine!" Serbian President Hosts Gold Medal Boxers, Receives Special Gift
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Ćirković and Kuluhova successfully defended their gold medals from the 2024 Belgrade championship at the Sofia tournament, while Simić secured silver and Matović earned bronze.
The reception at the Presidency also included national coaches Mirko Ždralo and Milan Piperski, Serbian Boxing Federation President Nenad Borovčanin, Supervisory Board President Adnan Bajramović, Federation Vice-President Aleksandar Galić, acting Minister of Sport Zoran Gajić, Serbian Olympic Committee President Dejan Tomašević, Telekom CEO Vladimir Lučić, among others.
Vučić extended his gratitude to the Boxing Federation and all the boxers for their magnificent achievements.
For those unfamiliar, Serbia secured four medals at the recently concluded European Championship in Sofia: two golds, one silver, and one bronze. This places us as the fourth most successful nation. Ahead of us are the Russians, Turks, and Azerbaijanis—that Eastern school of boxing, I'd say. What's particularly noteworthy is that, for the first time, we've surpassed Ukraine. If this were a World Championship, we'd face tougher competition from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, but it's clear that boxing is gradually shifting eastward. Our male and female athletes fought fantastically. I must emphasize that this is a tremendous success for the Boxing Federation, considering we previously had no significant results. - Aleksandar Vučić
He added that boxing had nearly faded away a few years ago, whereas now, Serbian boxers are consistently bringing home a significant number of medals from every competition.
I only hope that some will qualify for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, and beyond, so we can once again celebrate an Olympic medal. It's incredibly difficult to win world and Olympic medals these days. I want to thank our Serbian, Russian, and Cuban coaches. They all work together and have contributed to this immense success. - Aleksandar Vučić
Kristina Kuluhova Reigns European Champion Again
Kristina Kuluhova clinched the gold medal at the European Championship in the 60kg category, defeating French representative Steline Grosy in the final.
The Serbian national team member once again demonstrated why she belongs at the pinnacle of European boxing. From the opening bell, she dictated the pace, showcasing precision, speed, and confidence. Her stellar performance led to a significant triumph and another European gold.
Kuluhova successfully defended her European title, which she won in Belgrade in 2024, reaffirming her status at the top of European boxing.
Sara Ćirković Defends Gold
Serbian boxing champion Sara Ćirković secured the gold medal at the European Championship in the 54kg category, once again confirming her place among Europe's elite boxers.
The reigning European champion continued her impressive streak, earning another gold after a highly demanding tournament.
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