Andrew Bogut Amazed by Thompson’s Concert: World Record at the Hippodrome!
Did you know that retired NBA champion Andrew Bogut, born in Australia but with a heart beating for Croatia, publicly congratulated Marko Perković Thompson on a concert that broke a world record? Yes, you read that right! Thompson last night at Zagreb’s Hippodrome put on a spectacle that gathered the largest crowd ever at a single event in Croatia, and Bogut praised it on his official X profile with enthusiasm.
World Record and Thousands of Fans
Thousands of people gathered at the Hippodrome to enjoy a concert that, according to organizers, broke the record for the highest number of tickets sold. Thompson opened the concert with the song “Ustani, sjene” (Rise, Shadows), and the atmosphere was charged with emotions, pride, and unity. The audience sang every song, from “Moj Ivane” to “Bojna Čavoglave,” and a drone show featuring symbols like the Virgin Mary and rosary added a spiritual dimension to the event.
Bogut and His Croatian Roots
Andrew Bogut is not just a casual fan. Born in Melbourne to a family of Croatian immigrants from the 1970s, he speaks fluent Croatian. His idol is Toni Kukoč, and he has tattoos of the Croatian checkerboard and King Tomislav on his body. Bogut was the MVP of the U19 World Championship for Australia and spent 14 years in the NBA, winning a title with the Golden State Warriors in 2015.
Thompson and the Political Elite at the Rehearsal
At the general rehearsal for the concert held the day before, Prime Minister Andrej Plenković appeared with his children, along with Interior Minister Davor Božinović and Minister of Croatian Veterans Tomo Medved. Thompson exchanged autographs and gifts with them, and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly.
How “Lijepa li si” Was Born
An interesting story surrounds one of Thompson’s most famous songs, “Lijepa li si” (How Beautiful You Are). The lyricist, Split musician Alen Nižetić, revealed that the song was originally intended as a love ballad with the chorus “Oj, djevojko, lijepa li si” (Oh girl, how beautiful you are). However, after talking with Thompson, they decided to reshape it into a patriotic anthem. The lyrics were written during a drive from Zagreb to Split, and along the way, they picked up two Croatian soldiers, which further inspired the song.
Conclusion: A Concert to Remember
This concert was not just a musical event but a true manifestation of national pride and unity. Thompson showed he still has the power to gather tens of thousands of people, and Andrew Bogut once again confirmed how proud he is of his Croatian heritage. If you missed this spectacle, believe us, it was something unforgettable.
So, what do you think? Did Thompson deserve this world record, or is it just another proof of how hungry people are for such events? Drop a comment, share your thoughts, or just say — what’s your favorite Thompson hit?**
