The opening ceremony today was full of excitement at the Bojnice Center! All the teams looked sharp and ready, and we were treated to quite the show—majestic birds soaring through the air, an energetic dance performance, and, of course, the official speeches. Everyone patiently waited for the words we’d been looking forward to: “The 7th FAI Junior European Gliding Championship 2025 is open!”
Watching the FAI flag rise gave us all that unmistakable feeling—the race has truly begun!
We kept the rest of the day pretty relaxed. Teams had the chance to explore the stunning town of Bojnice, mostly sightseeing at the fairytale-like Bojnice Castle. This charming historic town, packed with cozy cafés and amazing culinary spots, hosted the opening in the best way imaginable.
All in all, we enjoyed a perfect “Day Zero”—a day to rest, recharge, and soak in the atmosphere. We even squeezed in some valuable learning during the evening’s safety briefing. Now, we’re all set for what we’ve been waiting for… Day One. The real action starts tomorrow!
Huge thanks to everyone who joined us today—we hope you had as much fun as we did organizing it. Get ready, because tomorrow… we race!
