For a few days, Slovenia became home to one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises. After four days of basketball, exploring Slovenia, new experiences, and meeting fans, the visit of the Los Angeles Lakers stars to Slovenia came to an end. The days the team spent in Luka Dončić’s homeland will remain memorable for many basketball enthusiasts.
These days, Slovenia is welcoming some very special visitors. Slovenian basketball superstar Luka Dončić has brought his Los Angeles Lakers teammates to his homeland for a few days of relaxation and team bonding. Their visit has already attracted the attention of Slovenian and international media alike, while also delighting basketball fans.
Yesterday Tadej Pogačar claimed his fifth career victory at the Tour de France in Paris, firmly cementing his place among the greatest cyclists of all time. With his latest triumph, the Slovenian champion drew level with Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain, joining the exclusive group of cycling legends who have won the world’s most prestigious race five times.
In the FIFA World Cup final, Slovenia was represented by one of the world's top football referees, Slavko Vinčić. On 19 July 2026 in New Jersey, Vinčić officiated the final between football powerhouses Argentina and Spain in front of 80,663 spectators and hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide. Spain claimed the world title with a goal scored in extra time.
Anže Kopitar is one of the greatest sportsmen in the history of independent Slovenia. As the first Slovenian in the NHL, the long-time captain of the Los Angeles Kings and a two-time Stanley Cup winner, he has left an indelible mark on world of ice hockey over more than two decades. Through his playing style, character and values, he has become a symbol of sporting excellence and fair play, and one of the most recognisable figures in Slovenian sport.
This weekend, the valley beneath the Ponce mountains will host not only a celebration of ski jumping, but a truly historic event. Alongside the traditional men’s final, the legendary Gorišek brothers flying hill will, for the first time, welcome the top 15 women of the season. For the first time in history, both men and women will conclude the Ski Jumping World Cup season at the same venue, the cradle of ski flying.
At the Winter Paralympic Games in Milan and Cortina, Slovenia will be represented by a small but determined team: alpine skier Jernej Slivnik and cross-country skier Tabea Dolžan.
Do you know how many Olympic medals are brought together when Alberto Tomba, Tina Maze, Jure Košir and Primož Roglič meet in one place? United by a shared passion for sport and long-standing friendships, these sporting legends came together at the Slovenian House in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Slovenia has officially opened the Slovenia House at the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Located in the centre of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the Slovenia House is already welcoming visitors and serving as the focal point of Slovenia’s presence during the Games.
On Sunday, 8 January, the Slovenia House officially opened its doors in the very heart of Cortina d'Ampezzo. More than just a hub of Slovenian Olympic spirit and a place to gather, the Slovenia House serves as an open “Slovenian embassy,” where Slovenia, under the national brand I feel Slovenia, presents itself as a green, active, and innovative country—bringing together sport, business, tourism, culture, and diplomacy.
Slovenia boasts outstanding athletes, among whom Tina Maze and Primož Roglič stand out. With their dedication, work ethic and exceptional achievements, both have become icons of Slovenian sport and ambassadors of the country on the world stage.
The excitement is building and the countdown has begun. The Winter Olympic Games are just around the corner and with them comes the chance to cheer on the world's best athletes. Slovenia will be represented by 37 outstanding athletes competing in six disciplines, showing the world yet again that Slovenia is a true sporting nation.
