During the opening speeches, P\u00e9ter Deutsch<\/strong>, Chairman of the Organizing Committee, and Attila Spiriev<\/strong>, Sports Director of the event, outlined the main goals and new features of this year\u2019s competition.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Gyulai Istv\u00e1n Memorial \u2013 Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix is a celebration of Hungarian athletics. We are extremely proud that, alongside the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix, this is the only event that Hungary has managed to host every single year over the past 15 years, regardless of circumstances,\u201d said P\u00e9ter Deutsch in his introduction. \u201cI would like to quote two statements I came across in connection with this event. One is that \u2018global superstars and Hungarian heroes will share the same stage\u2019 – which I believe is quite accurate. The other is from Anna T\u00f3th, U23 European Championships silver medalist, who said that \u2018competing in front of a home crowd is an uplifting experience.\u2019 These words perfectly reflect how we feel just 24 hours before the competition begins. The lineup of international stars and Hungarian champions promises extraordinary performances. This year, the Gyulai Memorial moves to its third-ever venue, taking place in the National Athletic Center in Budapest. We are deeply grateful to the city of Sz\u00e9kesfeh\u00e9rv\u00e1r, which hosted the event for the past 11 years and gave us countless unforgettable memories and achievements. Hosting the event at the National Athletic Center is a special opportunity. We have curated a competition program where every part of the stadium will see world-class performances. We are pleased to announce that tickets are practically sold out – meaning a full house of 14,000 spectators will witness the action. As for Hungarian athletics, 2025 has already brought remarkable achievements: Attila Moln\u00e1r became European indoor champion, the men\u2019s 4x400m relay team claimed a brilliant bronze at the World Indoor Championships, and just recently, our juniors excelled at the U20 European Championships with three golds, one silver, and one bronze medal. This confirms the value of the individual talent management programs promoted by the Hungarian Athletics Association. Over the past 14 editions, the Gyulai Memorial has become deeply integrated with Hungarian athletics – nearly 400 Hungarian athletes have competed in international events at the meet. On August 12, stepping into the National Athletic Center will be a moment of joy and pride as the legend continues in 2025. Let\u2019s go, Hungarian athletics!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em>\u201cFirst, I would also like to congratulate our medalists and finalists from the U20 European Championships. On Tuesday, we are expecting an outstanding field with world champions, Olympic gold medalists, and world record holders – alongside Hungary\u2019s top athletes. We are in for some thrilling battles, and I\u2019m curious to see who will win the Best Hungarian Male and Female Athlete awards, as well as the Dr. Bojidar Spiriev Trophy for the best performance of the meet\u201d<\/em> said Attila Spiriev, who introduced the athletes with his trademark expertise and thoroughness.<\/p>\n International Superstars<\/strong><\/p>\n A highlight of the press conference was the appearance of globally renowned athletes Armand \u201cMondo\u201d Duplantis, Femke Bol,<\/strong> and Kishane Thompson<\/strong>, who spoke about their current form, past experiences in Hungary, and the significance of the Gyulai Memorial in their careers.<\/p>\n Femke Bol: \u201cA lot has changed since I first competed here – I’m older, more experienced, and less nervous before races. What hasn\u2019t changed is my motivation and inspiration. I have wonderful memories of Budapest – the stadium is amazing, and the fans are fantastic. I\u2019m feeling great after returning from a training camp, and I hope to be in peak form, which will show in my performance.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Armand Duplantis: \u201cI feel fresh – physically and mentally. I\u2019m in good shape and hope that shows tomorrow. For pole vaulters, wind conditions are important, but this is a large stadium, and I expect favorable conditions. I\u2019ve heard there will be little to no wind and high temperatures, which actually benefit me. I have great memories of Budapest – I won the world title here, which was magical. I hope to deliver another great performance for the fans tomorrow.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Kishane Thompson: \u201cBudapest is a really pleasant venue – I feel great here. It\u2019s an amazing feeling to be called the fastest man in the world. I\u2019ve avoided injuries and I\u2019m in excellent shape. Regarding the 9.84 meet record, I\u2019ll give it everything I\u2019ve got tomorrow.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Hungarian Champions<\/strong><\/p>\n Local favorites Bence Hal\u00e1sz, Bogl\u00e1rka Tak\u00e1cs, and Attila Moln\u00e1r spoke about their preparations for the Olympics and World Championships, as well as the benefits of competing on home soil.<\/p>\n Bogl\u00e1rka Tak\u00e1cs: \u201cI\u2019ve had the honor of racing alongside Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce at the Gyulai Memorial – it’s always a privilege. I\u2019m really looking forward to tomorrow. I\u2019ve already competed in Diamond League events, which gave me valuable experience. I hope to surprise even myself with a time I wouldn\u2019t have expected. I\u2019m sure the atmosphere will be fantastic, and with the energy of the crowd, anything is possible.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Bence Hal\u00e1sz: \u201cI\u2019m pleased with my recent competition in Bansk\u00e1 Bystrica – it went well. We changed some aspects of my preparation earlier this year, and it has proven to be the right decision. My consistency is improving, which was missing in previous seasons. For me, the National Athletic Center is the number one stadium – the field, the throwing circle – everything is ideal. I\u2019m really looking forward to tomorrow\u2019s competition.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Attila Moln\u00e1r: \u201cThe past two months have felt much longer than they actually were. I made my return at the national championships in early August after an injury, but I\u2019m now at 100%. When I think of the National Athletic Center, the first thing that comes to mind is my national record run and the unforgettable atmosphere of the World Championships in Budapest. I now share the national record with Patrik Enyingi, but I hope to lower it even further – perhaps as soon as tomorrow. I\u2019ve heard the event is sold out, which gives me an extra boost of motivation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n The Competition<\/strong><\/p>\n The 2025 Gyulai Istv\u00e1n Memorial \u2013 Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix will take place on Tuesday, August 12. Alongside world-class international stars, numerous top Hungarian athletes will also compete. The event will be broadcast live on M4 Sport and streamed online at m4sport.hu. With all tickets sold out, the National Athletic Center is expected to host a full crowd of nearly 14,000 spectators.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/gyulaimemorial.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_2207-1024x683.jpeg\")
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