Connecting Central European sports industry with global capital.
The Startup Grand Prix is the main platform where STARTUPS shape their future, and INVESTORS save valuable time.
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The Journey
Competition Roadmap
Kick-off
1 August - Application opens
Pre-screening
30 September - Application closes
Evaluation
25 October - Top 10 finalists selected
Grand Final - Live
19th November - Pitch at the conference & award ceremony
Follow-up
19 December - Mentoring & post-event communication
Participants
Is this for You?
Early-stage growth
Designed for early-stage startups operating at the intersection of sport, technology and innovation in some of the world's fastest-growing industries.
Application fee: 690 € + VAT
Focus Areas: SportsTech | HealthTech | MedTech | FinTech | AgriTech | GreenTech | Esports | Telecommunications
VCs | Angel Investors | CVCs
Designed for venture capital funds, angel investors and corporate venture capital (CVC) teams seeking carefully curated investment opportunities in sports innovation — without the noise.
– Curated Investment Opportunities
– Access to the Central European Market
– Direct Access to Founders at the Live Grand Final
Clubs, Leagues & Brands
Designed for sports clubs, leagues, federations and brands seeking pilot-ready solutions and innovation partnerships to stay ahead of the competition.
– Pilot-Ready Startup Solutions
– Innovation Partnership Opportunities
– Direct Access to Emerging Technologies
Why participate
Benefits for Startups
For Startups
International Conference Participation
Startups gain guaranteed access to top-tier sports business conferences to showcase their solutions to industry leaders. Simultaneously, sponsors benefit from a curated, high-quality deal flow and early access to the most promising sports-tech innovations in the region.
International Visibility
Your brand will be featured across official event communications, digital channels, and on-stage presentations to a global audience. This exposure puts startups in front of active investors and federations, while establishing sponsors as thought leaders and champions of sports innovation.
Premium Networking
Connect directly with VCs, angel investors, corporate venture arms, and sports clubs in a highly curated environment designed for action.
Startups can turn these conversations into funding and pilots, while sponsors strengthen their market presence and build strategic partnerships across the broader CEE sports business community.
For Sponsors
Premium Visibility
Your brand will be featured across all event communications, digital channels, and on the live Grand Final stage.
Thought Leadership
Position your organization as a leader in sports innovation within one of Central Europe's fastest-growing markets.
Early access to the region's most promising SportsTech startups before they reach the broader market.
Central European Market Presence
Strengthen your brand's presence across the V4 countries and the wider Central European sports business community.
Limited Spots Available
Ready to Race?
Apply now and compete for the Startup Grand Prix title at Sport Forum Hungary 2026. Only the top 10 finalists will take the stage.