The Open Championship of Europe in Sport Knife Throwing and Unifight held from December 13 to December 16 in Kaliningrad became lucky for Samara sportsmen. The knife thrower, Michael Sedyshev set up 5 World Records. He also won all the first prizes at all distances as well as in the absolute championship.

Andrey Yzkovlev became the third at 7-metre distance. Besides his bronze medal he was also awarded as the best coach.