Poreč will host the European Twirling Cup 2024, WBTF European Twirling Cup 2024, from July 9th to 14th, 2024, which will be held in the Žatika sports hall. WBTF European Twirling Cup 2024 will gather the best twirling competitors from all over Europe, who will compete in various categories and showcase their skills in this demanding and elegant sports discipline.

The program was presented at today's press conference by the Mayor of Poreč, Loris Peršurić, the Director of the Poreč Tourist Board, Nenad Velenik, and the representative of the organizer, Marina Mihelčić, President of the Croatian Twirling Federation.

Twirling is a discipline performed to music, either individually or in groups, and has recently become very popular worldwide. It originated from majorette elements, combining some elements of rhythmic gymnastics, dance steps, and virtuoso twirling of the majorette baton. Ballet steps and elements from modern and Latin American dances are also practiced.

Poreč is establishing itself as the most significant sports center in Croatia, with a large number of competitions and camps for top athletes and amateurs in numerous sports throughout the year, and with this event, it once again becomes a major center of Europe for twirling. Mayor Loris Peršurić expressed his satisfaction that Poreč is once again hosting such a prestigious sports event and emphasized that he always looks forward to the return of athletes to the city, as Poreč has already hosted several major international twirling and majorette dance competitions. He wished all organizers, competitors, and their families a pleasant stay in Poreč and much success in the competitions.

Tourist Board and Promotion
Director of the Poreč Tourist Board, Nenad Velenik, expressed his satisfaction that Poreč is hosting this prestigious sports event, emphasizing the importance of such events for promoting the city as a top tourist destination. He pointed out that the Twirling Cup will attract competitors and visitors from all over Europe, which will further contribute to local tourism and the economy.

Support and Expectations
President of the Croatian Twirling Federation, Marina Mihelčić, emphasized that the Twirling Cup is an excellent opportunity to promote the sport and its values, adding that Poreč has already proven to be a great host to which athletes always gladly return. In addition to the Žatika hall, competitors will also use other available sports halls in Poreč, and she invited all citizens to support the competitors and enjoy the spectacular performances. The official opening of the competition is scheduled for tomorrow at 1 p.m.