At the onset of January, “Przegląd Sportowy” is set to unveil the distinguished Polish athlete of 2023. Rather than duplicating a plebiscite with nearly a century of history and tradition, we, at Sport.pl, propose a unique perspective. Join us in selecting not just the best Polish athlete but the most resonant, memorable, and joyous moments in Polish sports throughout 2023. To bet on competitions involving Polish athletes, use https://mostbet-pl.mobi/.
Let’s revisit these remarkable moments in Polish sports, each accompanied by original narratives from our seasoned journalists who bore witness to the glory:
Piotr Żyła’s World Jumping Championship: A spectacular leap in the second series secured his victory, defending his title with a promotion from 13th place – a feat accomplished previously in 2021.
Anže Laniska’s Tribute to Dawid Kubacki: Laniska’s symbolic gesture of carrying a cardboard Dawid Kubacki to the World Cup podium, honoring Kubacki’s exceptional season despite withdrawing for his sick wife.
Robert Lewandowski’s Spanish Triumph: Adding to his accolades, Lewandowski claimed the title of top scorer in the Spanish league and championship, further solidifying his status as a football icon.
Historic Polish Volleyball Champions League Final: Witness the first-ever Polish final in the Volleyball Champions League, where Zaksa Kędzierzyn-Koźle and Jastrzębski Węgiel captivated audiences.
Iga Świątek’s Roland Garros Triumph: The queen of Roland Garros secures her third Grand Slam victory, affirming her dominance on the Parisian courts.
Natalia Kaczmarek and Wojciech Nowicki’s Athletics World Championships Medals: Celebrate the achievements of Kaczmarek and Nowicki at the Athletics World Championships, showcasing Poland’s prowess on the global stage.
Polish National Volleyball Team’s European Championship Gold: The icing on an outstanding season, as Nikola Grbic’s team clinches gold at the European Championships after triumphs in the Nations League and Olympic qualification.
Volleyball Players’ Olympic Return: After 16 years, Polish volleyball players secure a spot in the Olympic tournament, defeating reigning champions USA and bronze medalists Italy in decisive matches.
Bartosz Zmarzlik’s Speedway World Championship: Zmarzlik’s resilience leads to another world title, overcoming obstacles with a triumphant victory in Toruń.
Iga Świątek’s WTA Finals Triumph: Concluding the season in spectacular fashion, Świątek dominates the WTA Finals, reclaiming the world No. 1 ranking without dropping a set – a historic achievement.
