Ranked fourth in the world, Battai entered the competition directly in the main draw on Sunday as a seeded athlete. She comfortably defeated Anastassiya Gulik of Kazakhstan and Mariella Viale of Italy, before overcoming Maya Chamberlain of the United States and Alina Mikhaylova, competing under a neutral status, in much closer bouts.

In the semifinal, Battai faced Germany’s Larissa Eifler, against whom she had struggled in previous meetings. The match started poorly for the Hungarian fencer, who appeared hesitant in her attacks and struggled to find the right rhythm and distance. Although she scored the opening point, she quickly fell behind 8–1.

After the one-minute break, the 23-year-old from Debrecen completely changed her approach. She became more decisive and attacked far more aggressively, narrowing the gap to 11–10 and later 12–11. However, Eifler regained control in the closing stages and scored the final four touches to secure a 15–11 victory.

Battai, already a two-time team world champion and one-time team world bronze medallist, claimed her first individual World Championship medal. She also won an individual bronze medal at last year’s European Championships.

Her bronze is Hungary’s second medal at the World Championships in Hong Kong, following Dániel DĂłsa’s bronze in the men’s foil event on Saturday.

Before Battai’s achievement, the last Hungarian woman to win a bronze medal in the individual sabre event at the World Championships was Anna Márton in 2015.

Battai’s results

Round of 64

• Sugár Battai (Hungary) def. Anastassiya Gulik (Kazakhstan) 15–7

Round of 32

• Sugár Battai (Hungary) def. Mariella Viale (Italy) 15–7

Round of 16

• Sugár Battai (Hungary) def. Maya Chamberlain (USA) 15–13

Quarterfinal

• Sugár Battai (Hungary) def. Alina Mikhaylova (Neutral Athlete) 15–11

Semifinal

• Larissa Eifler (Germany) def. Sugár Battai (Hungary) 15–11

Final

• Larissa Eifler (Germany) def. Sara Balzer (France) 15–10

Source: MTI

According to the association’s president, Ibolya TukoránĂ© Kádár, just over 150 people in need—including elderly pensioners, homeless individuals, and large families—received a hot meal during the food distribution held at PetĹ‘fi Square in Debrecen.

The civil organization has been carrying out charitable work in Debrecen for 15 years. The association’s leader emphasized that throughout the past decade and a half, the organization has not received a single forint in funding from either the state or the local municipality. Its food distributions are financed entirely through its own efforts and donations from private individuals and local businesses, including HajdĂşsági SĂĽtödĂ©k Ltd. and Szováti KemencĂ©s Bakery.

In its statement, the association stressed that, due to limited donations, it is still able to provide meals for only 150 people, despite growing demand. It also noted that previous attempts to initiate dialogue with city officials have gone unanswered.

School supply collection announced for August food distribution

The next food distribution will take place on Sunday, August 30, 2026, between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Due to limited capacity, numbered tickets will begin to be handed out at 9:00 a.m.

Ahead of the new school year, the association is launching a school supply donation campaign to support children from disadvantaged families. Donations will be accepted until August 27, including:

• New or good-condition used school bags and pencil cases;
• Stationery, art supplies, PE equipment, and hygiene kits;
• Devices suitable for digital learning, such as laptops, tablets, and desktop computers;
• Children’s and young adult books, including required school reading.

How to help

By phone: +36 30 9841 963

Financial donations (bank transfer):

Kéretlen Figyelem Debreceni Nők Közéleti Egyesülete

MagNet Bank: 61200261-11059802

Reference: School supply distribution 2026

On Monday, the first half of the day may still bring some cloudy periods, followed by sunny weather with high clouds and cumulus clouds. During the morning, isolated light rain, showers and thunderstorms are possible east of the Danube, later mainly in the northeast. Strong northwesterly wind gusts are expected in many areas, with storm-force gusts possible near showers and thunderstorms. Daytime highs will range between 29°C and 33°C.

On Tuesday, expect a mix of sunshine and cumulus clouds, with only an isolated shower possible in the east. Northwesterly winds will generally remain light to moderate. Temperatures will range from 10–19°C in the morning to 25–32°C in the afternoon.

Wednesday will be mostly clear and dry, with generally light winds. Morning temperatures will be 10–19°C, rising to 28–34°C during the day.

On Thursday, mostly clear skies and dry weather are expected, with light winds. Temperatures will climb from 12–21°C at dawn to 30–36°C by the afternoon.

Friday will remain largely sunny and dry. Southerly winds will stay mostly light to moderate. Morning lows will be 14–22°C, while afternoon highs will reach 33–38°C.

On Saturday, predominantly clear and rain-free weather is forecast. Southerly winds will remain mostly light to moderate. Temperatures will range from 15–23°C overnight to 33–38°C during the day.

Sunday will also be mostly clear and dry, with light to moderate southerly winds. Morning temperatures will be 17–24°C, while afternoon highs are expected to reach 34–39°C.

In February 2026, the defendant purchased a box of firecrackers at a second-hand market in Debrecen, then obtained additional materials needed to make explosive devices from online sources and local shops. He later produced four firecrackers at his home, placing small steel balls inside one of them, and carried out test explosions in the yard of his property.

On March 25, 2026, investigators seized materials and devices from the man’s home that could be used for the production of gunpowder and explosive substances.

The Hajdúböszörmény District Prosecutor’s Office has charged the man, who admitted to committing the offence, with the preparation of the crime of misuse of explosives or explosive devices. In its indictment requesting a criminal order, the prosecution proposed that the Hajdúböszörmény District Court impose a suspended prison sentence on the defendant based on the case documents.

A police photograph taken during the search of the suspect’s home shows the seized items that were allegedly intended for the production of explosive devices.

(ugyeszseg.hu)

Main picture: illustration.

During the operation, a total of 19 people were taken into custody, with four of them being transferred to prison to begin serving their sentences. Officers also conducted checks at the city’s railway and bus stations, as well as other busy public areas, and verified the identities of nearly 400 people.

Known for blending Latin, reggae, ska, punk and world music, Che Sudaka transformed the festival into an open-air summer dance party. Their infectious rhythms, upbeat melodies and energetic stage presence quickly got the audience moving, with fans dancing from the very first songs until the final encore.

The band’s warm interaction with the crowd created a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. Rather than relying on spectacular visual effects, Che Sudaka let the music do the talking, encouraging festival-goers to sing, clap and dance together under the July night sky.

After an already packed Saturday featuring some of Hungary’s biggest names, thousands of festival-goers gathered in front of the Main Stage for the event’s final international headliner. The atmosphere had been building throughout the evening, with ValMar igniting the crowd at sunset before Halott PĂ©nz kept the momentum going with a hit-filled performance that perfectly prepared the audience for the night’s grand finale.

By the time Scooter appeared, the area around the stage was completely packed. As the opening beats echoed across the Great Forest, the legendary group exploded onto the stage with an impressive audiovisual production featuring powerful lasers, flashing strobes, towering LED screens and spectacular pyrotechnics.

Frontman H.P. Baxxter, now 62, proved that age is no obstacle to delivering a world-class performance. Bursting with energy from start to finish, he barely allowed the audience a moment to catch its breath as one classic anthem followed another. The crowd responded with non-stop dancing, singing and jumping, turning the final concert of the festival into one massive open-air rave.

Scooter’s timeless hits united several generations of music fans. Long-time followers relived the soundtrack of the late 1990s and early 2000s, while younger festival-goers embraced the band’s unmistakable sound with equal enthusiasm. At one point, Baxxter reminded the audience with his trademark humor:

“Life is often hard… but Scooter is harder!”

Judging by the reaction, the Campus audience couldn’t have agreed more.

The visual production elevated the show even further. Blinding lights, synchronized lasers and bursts of flames transformed the Main Stage into a spectacular electronic music arena. Every drop was accompanied by explosions of light, while fireworks and special effects gave the performance the feel of a stadium-sized production.

Friday night’s appearance by Armin van Buuren had already demonstrated that Debrecen could host one of the world’s greatest electronic music stars. Scooter, however, delivered a completely different experience—less about an immersive DJ journey and more about an explosive, high-octane live party that never slowed down.

The band’s performance provided exactly the kind of grand finale Campus Festival deserved. As the final songs echoed across the festival grounds thousands of fans celebrated together one last time before saying goodbye to another successful edition of Campus Festival.

One blends thoughtful lyrics with catchy melodies, while the other delivers uncompromising hardcore energy and crushing riffs. Yet during this year’s Campus Festival in Debrecen, both concerts shared an unexpected common theme:

the frontmen’s remarks about marijuana.

Kaukázus took to the stage on Thursday at the OTP Fénytorony Stage, delivering a performance that mixed their signature alternative sound with sharp social commentary. Before performing their song Pingvin, frontman Kardos-Horváth János reflected on what he described as the contradiction of playing at a festival sponsored by companies connected to the battery industry.

Later in the concert, the singer shifted to another controversial subject. Sharing a personal story from a visit to Prague, he spoke about his experiences with cannabis policies abroad and concluded that Hungary should also legalise marijuana so that people could, as he jokingly put it, “smoke a joint.”

A day later, Friday’s programme brought a completely different musical experience as American hardcore pioneers Cro-Mags stormed the Mountain Dew Rock Arena. Known worldwide for combining the aggression of hardcore punk with thrash metal influences, the band delivered an intense performance filled with songs about survival, inner struggles and spirituality.

When the audience’s initial reaction seemed more restrained than expected, Cro-Mags frontman Harley Flanagan jokingly commented that marijuana is not legal in Hungary, suggesting the crowd might be livelier if people were allowed to get high.

As the concert progressed, however, the atmosphere changed. By the final songs, the Hungarian audience had found its voice, singing, shouting and matching the band’s energy. Smiling at the crowd, Harley Flanagan closed the show with the words: “All right, then my mission is accomplished.” Whether he was referring to the crowd’s growing enthusiasm or simply enjoying the interaction, it was a fitting ending to a performance that had started with a joke and finished with a fully engaged audience.

The two moments highlighted an unusual coincidence at Campus Festival. Despite representing opposite ends of the musical spectrum, both frontmen chose to speak about cannabis during their performances. Whether intended as social commentary, humour or personal opinion, the remarks became memorable talking points beyond the music itself.

While Hungarian performers dominate the first half of the festival, Friday and Saturday belong to the international acts. The weekend is headlined by two of the biggest names in electronic dance music: Dutch trance legend Armin van Buuren and Germany’s iconic dance group Scooter, both of whom have attracted millions of fans around the world over the past three decades.

Friday, July 24

Armin van Buuren (Netherlands)

One of the most influential DJs and producers in the history of electronic music, Armin van Buuren has been a global ambassador of trance for more than 25 years. The five-time world’s No. 1 DJ has sold out arenas across the globe and is the creator of the internationally acclaimed A State of Trance radio show, followed by millions of listeners every week. His spectacular live performances combine uplifting melodies, cutting-edge visuals and an unmatched festival atmosphere, making his Debrecen appearance one of the highlights of Campus Festival 2026.

Cro-Mags (United States)

New York hardcore pioneers Cro-Mags are one of the defining bands of the crossover hardcore and metal scene. Since the 1980s, their aggressive sound and influential albums have inspired generations of punk and metal musicians. Fans of heavy music will not want to miss this rare Hungarian performance.

Switch Disco (United Kingdom)

British DJ and production duo Switch Disco have become festival favourites thanks to their energetic house music and clever remixes. Their viral dance tracks and collaborations have earned them millions of streams, making them one of the UK’s fastest-rising electronic acts.

Saturday, July 25

Scooter (Germany)

Few dance acts have enjoyed a career as long and successful as Scooter. Led by the unmistakable H.P. Baxxter, the German group has sold more than 30 million records worldwide with hits including Hyper Hyper, How Much Is the Fish? and Nessaja. Known for explosive live shows, Scooter remains one of Europe’s biggest festival attractions and is expected to deliver one of the most energetic performances of the weekend.

Che Sudaka (Spain)

Although based in Barcelona, Che Sudaka brings together musicians with Latin American roots and is famous for its colourful fusion of ska, reggae, punk, cumbia and Latin rhythms. Their concerts are lively celebrations that encourage audiences to dance and sing along regardless of language.

Tokyo Machine (United States/Japan)

Known for combining electronic dance music with video game culture, Tokyo Machine has built a devoted international fan base through releases on Monstercat and performances at gaming and EDM festivals. The masked producer’s high-energy sound blends chiptune influences with modern bass music, making the show especially appealing to younger festivalgoers.

A weekend not to miss

Campus Festival is much more than a music event, featuring street performances, art installations, cultural programmes, food courts and community spaces throughout the Great Forest. However, for many international residents of Debrecen, this weekend represents the festival’s biggest attraction, as globally recognised artists share the stage with Hungary’s most popular performers.

Whether you are an international student spending your first summer in Debrecen or an expat who has made the city your home, Friday and Saturday offer a chance to enjoy world-class live music without leaving eastern Hungary. With Armin van Buuren and Scooter leading an impressive international lineup, the final two days promise to be the most exciting of Campus Festival 2026.

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