Sport is considered to be playing a key role in affirming and strengthening the state of Kosovo in the international arena. Numerous elite European and world medals have been awarded to Kosovo through the triumph of many athletes on national podiums and in major international competitions in both individual and team sports.

Judo undoubtedly remains among the most successful in the 17 years of Kosovo's statehood. From three participations in the Olympics, judo has brought Kosovo no less than five Olympic medals.

The President of the Judo Federation, Agron Kuka, tells KosovaPress that in many countries that do not recognize Kosovo, they have encountered obstacles, but that despite everything, the flag of Kosovo has been raised high thanks to the extraordinary performances of our country's judokas.

University professor and football coach Malsor Gjonbalaj believes that it is precisely sport that is making the most dignified possible presentation on the international stage and that the state should invest more in this direction.

As a result of all these successes, Kosovo has now secured the right and received the trust to organize the largest sporting event in history for the country - the Mediterranean Games in 2030. According to the Secretary General of the Kosovo Olympic Committee, this event has the effect of multiple benefits for the state of Kosovo.

Otherwise, the European championships for young generations will be organized in Kosovo this year in sports such as handball, volleyball, basketball and karate.