Boxing Knights Arrive in Drage
The fourth edition of the international boxing spectacle Croatian Knights will take place on August 22 in Dugovača Cove, with a special tribute to Croatian veterans.
The fourth edition of the international boxing spectacle Croatian Knights will take place on August 22 in Dugovača Cove, with a special tribute to Croatian veterans.
A unique blend of top-tier sport, history, and entertainment returns to the Adriatic coast. On Saturday, August 22, 2026, Dugovača Cove in Drage will once again become the stage for an international boxing spectacle. Starting at 7:30 PM, the fourth Croatian Knights event will host fighters from Croatia and abroad in a ring set up right by the sea, under the open sky.
Today, August 12, the organizers released an emotional promotional video that connects the past and present through images of Drage, its people, and its rich history. The message is clear: the Croatian knights of history and today's sporting knights entering the ring share the same values.
Croatian Knights has grown into a recognizable event that brings together a diverse range of fighters in one place, from national team members and state champions to young prospects just starting their journey. However, the tournament's goal goes far beyond the matches themselves. Through sport, the aim is to promote courage, chivalry, unity, and respect, with this edition paying special tribute to Croatian veterans.
It is this component that gives the event additional emotional weight, turning it into a kind of homage to those who fought for the homeland. The organizers emphasize their desire to create an evening that celebrates both the sporting spirit and national pride.
In addition to the exciting international boxing matches, visitors can expect a rich supporting program. Musical and stage performances, along with numerous surprises, have been announced, making the fourth Croatian Knights ambitiously aim to be much more than a classic boxing tournament. The ambition is to create a grand sports and entertainment evening that will attract both local audiences and the many tourists vacationing in the area.