Novi Sad has thrown its hat in the ring for the European City of Sport 2026 title, with the ACES evaluation committee reportedly thrilled by the city’s investments in sports infrastructure and support for clubs. Mayor Žarko Mićin is boasting that Novi Sad is ready to claim this prestigious title, but is this really revolutionary or just another shiny badge for a city that already has a lot going on? With sports facilities and support programs rated as “extremely positive” by the committee, Novi Sad hopes to snag this coveted title. Is this just another attempt to make the city seem more important than it is, or can we actually expect a sports boom? Sound off in the comments — do you think Novi Sad deserves this title or is it just another empty promise?
