Slovak Olympic and Sports Collectors at Bratislava Collectors’ Days

12 June 2026
  • (From Left) Ladislav Matejovič, Velimir Adžič, Miloš Mečiř – Olympic Gold medalist Seoul 1988 tenis single and bronze tennis double, Branislav Delej

 

The two-day Bratislava Collectors’ Days at the Incheba exhibition center (5th-6th June 2026) attracted thousands of visitors not only from Bratislava and other cities in Slovakia, but also from abroad. They had the opportunity to see unique collectibles from several areas, but also to purchase or exchange some unique pieces for their collections. There was also great interest in visiting the section of the Slovak Society of Olympic and Sports Collectors.

The Slovak Society of Olympic and Sports Collectors prepared for visitors, in addition to the exhibition and presentation of unique Olympic and sports memorabilia – stamps, badges, medals, mascots, Olympic torches, coins signed by Olympians or clothing from the 2026 Winter Olympics team, additional interesting accompanying programs.

There was great interest in the autograph session of Olympic medalists Miloslav Mečíř and Jozef Krnáč and the 1976 European football champions Ján and Jozef Čapkovičov and Ján Pivarník. During the hour-long autograph session, 700 signature cards were quickly sold out.

The annual and election meeting of the Slovak Society of Olympic and Sports Collectors (SSOŠZ) was also held as part of the Bratislava Collectors’ Days, which has been a member of the Slovak Olympic and Sports Committee since its establishment in 2003. Branislav Delej has been its chairman for the past 23 years and remains in office after the membership meeting in Incheba for another 4 years. Velemir Adžič was elected vice-chairman of the SSOŠZ by the members, and Peter Osuský, Zdenko Kríž and Zdenka Letenayová became members of the executive committee. Ivan Krechňák will be the chairman of the supervisory board in the next election period.