FOR SEVERAL YEARS WORLD BODYBUILDING CENTER WAS SLOVAKIA.
MAGNIFICENT WORKS OF MECENAT STEFAN HRCKA.
Somehow life runs so quickly and many events and happenings are around us. Let us remember great times of our sport. No other federation ever had so important historic International times. One of the moments of the World sport history were several years when Slovakian Mecenat STEFAN HRCKA together with the International W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. (World Fitness Federation, World Body Building Federation) federation organized International events in Slovakia and Austria.

2009 “UNIVERSE” IN SLOVAKIA.

LETTER OF PRIME MINISTER SLOVAKIA.

International W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. federation held the 2009 W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. „Universe“ contest at City Brusno Kupele (November 7, Slovakia).

Delegations of thirteen countries participated at the event - Slovakia, Czechia, Austria, Germany, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Hungary, United Kingdom, Ukraine, Poland, France, Venezuela.

The President Government Youth and Sport Committee and a Member Parliament Republic Slovakia DUSAN GALIS came to congratulate the participants and organizers of this important International Event.

Mr. DUSAN GALIS presented the congratulating letter of the Prime Minster Republic Slovakia ROBERT FICO to the President W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. International DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS.

INTERNATIONAL “HONOUR GOLD MEDAL”

PRESENT OF FORMER PRIME MINISTER SLOVAKIA.

The opening ceremony of the W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. „Universe“ was led by the former Prime Minister Republic Slovakia  VLADIMIR MECIAR.

In recognition of the great efforts to support the sport and fitness in the country  and internationally the President W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. International DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS awarded with the genuine “International Honour Gold Medal” Prime Minister Republic Slovakia Mr. VLADIMIR MECIAR. Before the holder of this High International Award was only the President Parliament Austria Professor ALFRED GERSTL.

Among the respectable audience present at the event were the Environment Minister Republic Slovakia JOZEF MEDVED, vice President special police forces Slovakia  Police General  Mr. JAROSLAV AMBROS.

During the 2009 W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. „Universe“ the Slovak organizers addressed the International Federation asking to hold the „Universe“ International again in 2010. They are ready to meet 400 participants giving them transport facilities, food and hotels. The exact date of the coming event was November 4-7 in the same place: Slovak Brusno Kupele.

The contest will last 5 days including the semi finals and Professional Contest. The organizers are ready to give 20 000 Euro for the Pros. The Pro Categories will be as follows: Bodybuilding Men, Bodybuilding Women, Fitness men and Model Fitness Women.

PRIME MINISTER SLOVAKIA. OFFICIAL MEETING.

INTERNATIONAL HONOUR GOLD MEDAL “ FOR ROBERT FICO.

When President W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. International DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS still was in Slovakia he received official invitation to meet Prime Minister Republic Slovakia ROBERT FICO.  DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS arrived to the Headquarters of the Prime Minister in Bratislava. During the meeting important questions of International and Slovakia sport were spoken. Slovakia State Chancellor FRANTISEK HATAR was present at the meeting too. The President W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. International DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS presented to ROBERT FICO the “International Honour Gold Medal”.

PRESIDENT OF PARLIAMENT VISITED INTERNATIONAL CONTEST.

There were two W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. International contests held in Slovakia in 2013 – that were World amateur and professional championships and „Universe“ competition. Since 2009 it was a tradition that all Slovakia International contests were organized by the W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. International and Mecenat STEFAN HRCKA together. Competitions were held at the private historic mountain resort of STEFAN HRCKA in Brusno Kupele. The event was specific – the President Parliament Republic Slovakia JAN FIGEL visited competition. For long lasting popurarization of sport and fitness in Slovakia on the contest stage JAN FIGEL presented to the International W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. President DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS the Honour Diploma and Special Medal of the Parliament Republic Slovakia.

OFFICIAL VIZIT TO PARLIAMENT SLOVAKIA.

As it was mentioned above President Parliament Republic Slovakia JAN FIGEL visited 2013 W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. „Universe“ contest. During the visit JAN FIGEL invited International W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. President DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS to pay official visit to the Parliament Slovakia. Soon the visit to Parliament Headquarters in Bratislava was organized. DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS with JAN FIGEL discussed situation about sport and fitness in Slovakia and on International level.

PRIME MINISTER SLOVAKIA. OFFICIAL MEETING.

SECOND MEETING WITH ROBERT FICO.

Preparing the 2012 World Championship in Slovakia President W.F.F. - W.B.B.F. International DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS received official invitation to meet Prime Minister Republic Slovakia ROBERT FICO once again.  DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS arrived to the Headquarters of the Prime Minister in Bratislava. During the meeting important questions of International and Slovakia sport were spoken. Also at the meeting were present Mecenat STEFAN HRCKA adn W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. Slovakia Official LUBOMIR MARTINKA. Prime Minister Republic Slovakia ROBERT FICO agreed to be the „Patron“ of the coming W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. World Championship.

SLOVAKIA PARLIAMENT AWARD COMES TO LITHUANIA.

Delegation of the Slovak W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. federation participated at the 2016 W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. World Championship held in Lithuania. W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. for noticable social work Slovakia Official LUBOMIR MARTINKA presented to the International W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. President DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS Award of the Paliament Republic Slovakia. The Award was signed by the Deputy Chairman of the National Council of Slovak Republic Mgr. Art. Andrej Hrnciar.

„AWARD

For worldwide fitness and bodybuilding development on the occasion of the World Championship in fitness and bodybuilding.

Deputy Chairman of the National Council of Slovak Republic

Mgr. Art. Andrej Hrnciar“.

FULL ARTICLE is on the way.

More information on International Site  www.wff.lt (forum).

WORLD‘S BEST PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES.

World Fitness Federation (W.F.F. - International)
World Bodybuilding Federation (W.B.B.F. - International)
PRO UNIVERSE
Over All Winners
(2010-2025)

MEN
Year, Competitors Name, Country.

2025 MICKAEL LOUVEL, France

2024 RAHUL JOSHI, India

2023 MAROSZ KANASZ, Slovakia

2022 DMITRIJ ANTONOV, Russia

2021 ROMAN POLSHIN, Estonia

2020 MICHAIL MALEK, Russia

2019 NIKOLAJ VOROBJOV, Russia

2018 RAHUL JOSHI, India
2017 JOHN LESLIE, South Africa
2016 MAROS KANASZ, Slovakia
2015 ANDREJ RUMIANCEV, Estonia
2014 ANDRZEJ RAK, Poland
2013 ANDRZEJ BRZEZINSKI, Poland
2012 JEVGENIJ KLOCKOV, Russia
2011 ALI IMANI, Iran
2010 ALEKSANDR SEVCOV, Estonia

WOMEN
Year, Competitors Name, Country.

2025 JELENA IVANOVA, Latvia

2024 SVETLANA PUGACHEVA, Russia

2023 ANNA SOBOLEWSKA KUCHARSKA, Poland

2022 MARIA SIVKOVA, Russia

2021 HANNA SKYTTA, Finland

2020 MARINA VLASOVA, Russia

2019 HANNA SKYTTA, Finland

2018 ASTA BUTKUTE, Lithuania
2017 SVETLANA PUGACHEVA, Russia
2016 YAMILA TOLEDO, Argentina
2015 JULIJA GLAZYCEVA, Russia
2014 VALENTINA KOZLOVSKAJA, Belarus
2013 DALVANIZA AQUINO, Brazil
2012 JOLANTA MILERIUTE, Lithuania
2011 CRECKY CHAVES, Brazil
2010 LIUDMILA KOLESNIKOVA, Russia

W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. Secretary International Ugne Raudyte Daubariene

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1990 U.S.S.R. ECONOMIC BLOCKADE TO LITHUANIA.

D.D.R. BODYBUILDERS WANT TO RUIN BLOCKADE.

ECONOMIC BLOCKADE

Socialist Republic of Lithuania was a part of the U.S.S.R. for several decades. On March 11, 1990 Lithuanian Republic restored it‘s Independence. In April, 1990 the U.S.S.R. started economic blockade to young Lithuanian Republic. The blockade lasted 75 days. Most goods could not reach the Country. Especially gasoline and oil products.

THE BEGINNING.

Representing Lithuanian bodybuilding DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS during the „Gorbaciov perestrojka“ was the only one among the U.S.S.R. bodybuilders who was skilled in several foreign languages. Meeting representatives of various countries DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS spoke with them about the political situation in the Lithuanian Republic. Among them were representatives of the German Democratic Republic (G.D.R., Г.Д.Р., Германская Демократическая Республика, D.D.R., Deutsche Demokratische Republik) too. That were the Germans: Jurgen Madaj, Otto Rudiger, Peter Bajerowicz, Joachim Hennig, Peter Butze.

EAST GERMAN BODYBUILDERS OFFERED THEIR HELP TO LITHUANIA.

A number of G.D.R. bodybuilders were great businessmen. DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS told them about the economic blockade. The Geramns collected information and evaluated their possibilities. In May, 1990 they offered DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS to address the Government of the Lithuanian Republic. Aiming to stop the blockade bodybuilders of the D.D.R. sent DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS a number of telegrammes and offered help for the Lithuanian Republic. DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS connected with the Government of the Republic Lithuania and spoke with the Prime Minister KAZIMIERA PRUNSKIENE. The Prime Minister said „Lithuania needs no help. We will manage to solve the problem ourselves“. That was the end of the G.D.R. support to Lithuania. On Octeber 3, 1990 G.D.R. was ruined and joined the F.R.G. (Federal Republic of Germany)

VYTAUTAS LANDSBERGIS INTERESTED ABOUT HISTORY OF G.D.R. BODYBUILDERS.

Several years ago DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS spoke with the first Leader of the Lithuanian Republic the „Lithuania Patriarch“ VYTAUTAS LANDSBERGIS. DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS told him the story abot the G.D.R. bodybuilders during the economic blockade. VYTAUTAS LADSBERGIS was interested very much in the happening. He asked to give him the telegrammes which were sent to DSc. EDMUNDAS DAUBARAS. The archives of the W.F.F. – W.B.B.F. (World Fitness Federation, World Body Building Federation) are really huge. Working on the „World Bodybuilding Encyclopedia“ («Энциклопедии всемирного культуризма», „Pasaulinė kultūrizmo enciklopedija“) only now we found the G.D.R. telegrammes. This way we are close to the year of 1991. We will tell more stories about the participation of Lithuania bodybuilders in the Independence process.

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Mexican Athletes at the International “Amber Prix” Tournament 2006 WFF-WBBF “Mexico Grand Prix” – An Important Step in International Cooperation

From 2006 to 2010, the activities of the World WFF-WBBF Federation in the United States were coordinated by Mike Glass. Under his leadership, the Federation significantly expanded its presence throughout North and Latin America. One of the most important achievements of this period was the organization of the 2006 WFF-WBBF “Mexico Grand Prix” in Mexico City.

The event attracted considerable attention from the international bodybuilding and fitness community, bringing together more than 300 athletes from numerous countries. The “Mexico Grand Prix” became a major milestone in the development of the WFF-WBBF Federation in Latin America and further strengthened the Federation's international reputation.

Following the successful organization of the competition, Manuel Solano was appointed President of the WFF-WBBF Federation of Mexico. During his leadership, the Mexican national team became an active participant in the international activities of the World WFF-WBBF Federation. Mexican athletes regularly competed in World Championships, international cup events, and numerous other WFF-WBBF competitions.

A special place in Mexico's international sporting activities belonged to the prestigious annual “Amber Prix” tournaments held in Klaipėda, Lithuania. Mexican delegations participated in these historic competitions on numerous occasions, where their athletes demonstrated outstanding athletic excellence, won top awards, and contributed significantly to the growing international prestige of the tournament.

The long-standing cooperation between Mexico and Lithuania became an excellent example of how the World WFF-WBBF Federation united athletes, coaches, and sports officials from different continents. These sporting relationships not only promoted the development of bodybuilding and fitness but also encouraged friendship, cultural exchange, and mutual respect among nations.

Mexican Delegations at the International “Amber Prix” Tournaments in Klaipėda

The international “Amber Prix” tournaments held in Klaipėda became more than just prestigious sporting events—they also served as a platform for international cooperation and cultural diplomacy. Among the regular participants were delegations from Mexico, whose athletes and officials visited Lithuania on numerous occasions.

During their visits, the Mexican delegations took part not only in the competitions but also in a series of official events. They were received at the Parliament of the Republic of Lithuania, where meetings were held to promote friendship and strengthen sporting and cultural ties between Lithuania and Mexico. The official program also included press conferences at ELTA, Lithuania's national news agency, where the tournaments, their participants, and the importance of international sports cooperation were presented to the public.

These visits demonstrate that the “Amber Prix” tournaments extended well beyond the realm of sport. They contributed to the international recognition of Klaipėda and Lithuania while fostering cooperation, cultural exchange, and lasting friendships among participating nations. The participation of Mexican delegations remains an important chapter in the history and international legacy of the Amber Prix tournaments.

Conclusions

The 2006 WFF-WBBF “Mexico Grand Prix” marked one of the most significant stages in the Federation's expansion throughout Latin America. The event strengthened the Mexican National WFF-WBBF Federation, which subsequently became an active participant in the Federation's international activities. Mexican athletes became regular competitors at World Championships as well as at the prestigious “Amber Prix” tournaments held in Klaipėda, Lithuania.

The achievements of Mexican athletes and the long-term cooperation between the Mexican and Lithuanian organizers made a valuable contribution to the international recognition of the “Amber Prix” tournament. Their participation further confirmed the World WFF-WBBF Federation's mission of bringing together the bodybuilding and fitness communities of different continents while promoting athletic excellence, friendship, and international cooperation.

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Philosophical Reflections The Road Traveled in Life. The Road Traveled in Sport. Who Are You After All of It?

A life devoted to sport is a long and demanding journey. Along the way there are discoveries and achievements, victories and disappointments. As the years pass, we increasingly find ourselves saying farewell to colleagues, like-minded friends, and our "iron brothers."

We have already bid farewell to the pioneers of bodybuilding in Europe and Lithuania, the founders and leading representatives of the famous Vilnius School of Bodybuilding—Ceslav Tamulevic, Vitalij Asovskij, Riaard Krinickij, and Valerij Koreskov. Their life's work and accomplishments will remain forever in the history of world bodybuilding. They left behind not only remarkable sporting achievements but also an example for future generations.

After the collapse of the socialist world, we entered the era of Western democracy. Sport changed as well. What did we find? Some managed to adapt while remaining true to their principles, but many others were simply swallowed by the new system.

Today, athletes wander among dozens of bodybuilding federations. The choice is enormous. There is "natural" bodybuilding, countless alternative organizations, and every one of them crowns its own world champions. Every year, hundreds—perhaps even thousands—of new world champions are created. Yet within a year, few people remember their names. There was a time when every true bodybuilding enthusiast knew the world champions by name.

With only a few exceptions, modern bodybuilding has lost what once gave it its prestige: clear sporting value and genuine authority. Everyone is free to choose whatever path they prefer. Many now express themselves through sports festivals, which have become increasingly common. They offer titles, trophies, applause, and recognition.

But it is worth asking yourself one question: when your competitive career is over, years from now, will you truly be proud of the titles you won at festivals?

In just a few days, Vilnius will host Lithuania's famous Song Celebration—a magnificent cultural festival. Its participants also receive awards and public recognition. Is a victory at a sports festival fundamentally different from a victory at a cultural festival? Let every athlete answer that question for themselves.

It is regrettable that so many bodybuilders today rarely stop to reflect, analyze, or think strategically. Too often they move forward with confidence, yet without asking whether they are heading in the right direction. Visionary coaches and leaders—people capable of looking beyond the next competition and thinking about the future of the sport—have become increasingly rare.

After the death of Inar Mardo, Estonian bodybuilding was led for many years by a man – restaurant cook - better known for his personal connections than for sporting achievements. Another federation leader became widely known as a trader in the country's markets. Were these the sporting authorities capable of leading a national sport? Where is Estonian bodybuilding today? As for Latvia, its situation hardly inspires greater optimism.

Athletes—observe. Think. Analyze. Draw your own conclusions.

Life passes quickly. Lost time can never be recovered. That is why it is not enough simply to win today. What truly matters is choosing a path that you will still be proud of many years from now. Only then will the years devoted to sport have their deepest meaning.