Grand Prix of Hungary - Sporting - Hungary (May 2007)

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Start

May 19, 2007, 02:00

Europe/Bucharest (UTC+3)

End

May 20, 2007, 02:00

Europe/Bucharest (UTC+3)

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Csongrád, Hungary

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About competition

The 2007 FITASC Sporting Grand Prix of Hungary was a premier international clay target shooting tournament held on May 19th and May 20th, 2007. Staged as a key spring event on the European competitive shooting calendar, this prestigious two-day competition brought together top Hungarian marksmen, Central European contenders, and visiting international delegations to contest the main Sporting discipline (Parcours de chasse). The championship was proudly hosted at the specialized shooting grounds in Csongrád, located in the Southern Great Plain region of Hungary.

Event Highlights & Operational Parameters

Operating under the official international framework of the 2007 global target shooting schedule, this Hungarian Grand Prix combined the Great Plain region's rich hunting heritage with strict international regulations:

Sanctioning Architecture: The competition operated under the direct international authority of FITASC (Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse), in close coordination with the Hungarian Sporting Clays Association (Magyar Koronglövők Szövetsége), certifying that all multi-field course configurations, target trajectories, and firearm compliance parameters conformed to strict tier-1 global standards.
Global Ranking Value: Staged as an active, point-scoring qualification match, this event functioned as a critical continental leg for high-performance athletes accumulating points toward the annual international Beretta FITASC Cups circuit and worldwide ranking leaderboards.
The Tisza Basin Landscape Challenge: Situated near the confluence of the Tisza and Hármas-Körös rivers, the host venue utilized natural floodplain forest corridors, sandy embankments, and wide-open sky vistas to construct technical, high-velocity target profiles. Shifting spring winds and variable light filtering through riverbank trees tested visual tracking, footwork, and mental adaptability.

1. Full Event Program & Schedule

The tournament operational timeline concentrated the intense technical qualification flights across the weekend, preceded by official preparation windows:

May 17th – May 18th (Thursday – Friday): Arrival of international and domestic delegations, squadding registry confirmation, processing of temporary Hungarian firearm customs declarations, official weapon safety checks, and open training lines on designated sporting tracks.
May 19th (Saturday) — Grand Prix Day One: Phase 1 of the official qualification flights opens across specialized natural layouts, challenging shooters with diverse target speeds, vertical angles, and trajectory patterns under variable spring skies.
May 20th (Sunday) — Grand Prix Final Day: Concluding qualification flights, followed immediately by high-stakes, sudden-death international tie-breaking shoot-offs (barrages) to determine the definitive individual and category podium positions.
May 20th (Sunday) — Official Awards and Closing Ceremony: Staged late Sunday afternoon to honor individual, category, and national team winners, officially concluding the 2007 Hungarian Sporting Grand Prix.

2. Venue Profile & Logistical Location Details

All tournament operations, specialized shooting tracks, and official administrative bureaus were hosted at a premier Hungarian shooting complex:

Host Location Venue: Csongrád Shooting Range 6640 Csongrád, Csongrád-Csanád County, Hungary (Situated in Southern Hungary near Szeged and Kecskemét)

The Csongrád shooting facility is widely recognized in Central Europe for its technical layout design and integration into the natural landscape. Equipped with modern automated trap launchers and extensive multidiscipline stands, the venue provides a fair, highly technical, and memorable arena for global tournament play, complemented by traditional Great Plain hospitality.

3. Organizing Committee & Registration Framework

Administrative operations and international competitor registries followed strict timeline allocations managed through the global governing body and its national affiliate:

National Coordinating Partner: Hungarian Sporting Clays Association / Magyar Koronglövők Szövetsége
International Sanctioning Oversight: Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse (FITASC)

Shooting Ground

Csongrád Shooting Range

Csongrád, Hungary

Csongrád Shooting Range (also known as Cseh István Lőtér) is a premier 14-hectare clay target and multi-discipline shooting facility situated near Csongrád, Hungary. Founded in the 1980s by István Cseh as a modest venue featuring a single skeet field, trap pit, and high tower, the site has expanded into one of the most comprehensive shooting venues in Southern Hungary. Positioned along Route 451, the range caters to beginner shooters, seasoned clay target competitors, hunters preparing for official exams, and tactical shooting enthusiasts.

The facility boasts extensive infrastructure designed for diverse shooting disciplines. It features 6 dedicated sporting clays (korongvadászat) tracks powered by approximately 60 automated trap machines capable of throwing various target types at multiple trajectories. In addition to shotgun sports, the range features static rifle lines at 50 m, 75 m, and 100 m for small and large caliber rifles, as well as dynamic tactical sectors established in 2014 for pistol and carbine situational shooting. Visitors can also train using premium shotguns, such as Rizzini Kemen models.

Training programs at the site cover individual and group sessions for shooters of all skill levels. A key highlight of the venue is its expert instruction led by Zoltán Hegyes, an accomplished shooting coach, multiple Hungarian national champion, Central European Cup winner, and Head of the Hunting and Sport Shooting Committee of the Hungarian Hunters' Chamber (OMVK). Coaching includes foundational gun handling, advanced sporting clays techniques, and comprehensive preparation for the practical Hungarian hunting examination.

Csongrád Shooting Range regularly hosts local, regional, and national shooting competitions across multiple formats. The grounds serve as a primary venue for sporting clays tournaments and official IDPA Defence Cup (Honvédelmi Kupa) tactical pistol and carbine rounds. Beyond formal sports, the expansive open terrain and adjacent hunting lodge (vadászház) allow the facility to host corporate team-building events, recreational mini-competitions, and catered social gatherings.

The venue appeals to a broad demographic due to its versatile design, high safety standards, and year-round accessibility. Whether for a novice seeking introductory firearms instruction or a competitive shooter refining complex target leads, the facility provides tailored options for individuals, hunting groups, and families. Its strategic location near major road networks, including Highway M5 and Route 451, makes it easily reachable from regional hubs across Hungary.

Key Features & Infrastructure

Expansive Grounds: 14-hectare open venue accommodating multiple shooting disciplines simultaneously.

Sporting Clays Setup: 6 active tracks equipped with ~60 automated throwers and a 25-meter high tower.

Multi-Caliber Ranges: Rifle lanes (50 m, 75 m, 100 m) and dynamic IDPA/tactical pistol & carbine bays.

Elite Coaching: Instruction led by champion shooter and OMVK committee head Zoltán Hegyes.

Amenities: On-site parking, rest areas, premium gun rental options (Rizzini Kemen), and access to the neighboring hunting lodge.

Target Audience

Beginners & Juniors: Safe foundational marksmanship training with certified instructors.

Sporting Clays Athletes: Advanced practice across diverse, highly customizable clay target flight paths.

Hunters: Rifle scope zeroing and practical exam preparation.

Corporate & Groups: Team-building events, private competitions, and outdoor hospitality.

Key Services & Pricing Overview

Clay Target Series (25 targets / rotten): 2,400 HUF (~€7).
Shooting Club One-Time Entry Fee: 20,000 HUF.
Annual Club Membership Fee: 12,000 HUF.
Coaching & Exam Prep: Individual and group shotgun/rifle instruction available.

Csongrád, Kolozsvári u., 6640 Hungary

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